- Lead the overall planning, coordination, and execution of the construction project, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining key milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements.
- Implement effective project management methodologies to drive efficiency and productivity throughout the construction lifecycle.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, external contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
- Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating clear communication channels and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align project objectives with organizational goals and priorities.
- Lead a cross-functional team, liaising with support functions including: Engineering & Construction, Legal, Project Controls, Permitting, External Affairs, Power Development, Market Fundamentals, Permitting, Accounting, Tax, and others.
- Oversee budget development, cost estimation, and financial forecasting for the construction project.
- Monitor project expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement strategies to mitigate financial risks.
- Ensure strict adherence to budgetary constraints and procurement guidelines throughout the project lifecycle.
- Establish rigorous quality assurance protocols to uphold industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct regular inspections and quality audits to assess construction progress and identify potential areas for improvement.
- Ensure full compliance with safety regulations, environmental policies, and building codes at all project sites.
- Provide strong leadership and mentorship to project team members, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
- Delegate tasks effectively, empower team members to take ownership of their responsibilities, and facilitate professional growth opportunities.
- Resolve conflicts and performance issues proactively, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Proven track record of successfully managing projects valued at 500 million USD or more, preferably in the construction Large-Scale Manufacturing Plants or similar facilities.
- Extensive knowledge of construction methodologies, building materials, and industry best practices.
- Strong financial acumen, with the ability to develop and manage complex project budgets.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders at all levels.
- Travel
- May require working long hours and weekends from time-to-time as work load requires
Project Executive - Chicago, United States - Century Aluminum
Description
Summary:
We are seeking a seasoned Project Executive with a proven track record of managing large-scale projects, particularly in the construction of Manufacturing Plants for the steel or aluminum industries.
The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in overseeing projects valued over 500 million USD, demonstrating exemplary leadership, strategic planning, and project management skills.
Responsibilities:
Project Planning and Execution:
Stakeholder Management:
Budgeting and Cost Control:
Quality Assurance and Compliance:
Team Leadership and Development:
Requirements:
Background
Minimum
Preferred
Education
Bachelor in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; advanced degree such as MBA much preferred.
Masters degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; advanced degree such as MBA much preferred.
Technical Experience
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in construction project management, with a focus on large-scale industrial projects.
15+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, with a focus on large-scale industrial projects.
Management
7+ years
10+ years
Manufacturing
7+ years
10+ years
Training / Certifications
Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent are highly desirable.
Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent are highly desirable.
Other Preferred
Communication
Level - Ability to plan and deliver oral and written communications that make an impact and persuade their intended audiences, and ensure that information is passed on to others who should be kept informed.
Collaboration
Level - Ability to effectively lead collaborative initiatives, fostering cohesion among teams and promoting shared goals. Demonstrates adeptness in building partnerships across senior management, enhancing cooperation and synergy within the company's framework.
Managing
Performance
Level - Ability to manage employees as well as identify, develop, motivate, and deploy key strategic talent inside and outside one's immediate business function.
Level 4- Ability to analyze the organization's competitive position by considering market and industry trends, existing and potential needs, and strengths and weaknesses as compared to competitors.
Level - Ability to understand and translate financial concepts into salient points, perform SWOT analyses, demonstrate fluency in the language of business administration and senior leaders.
Ability to demonstrate significant skill and desire for satisfying internal customers.
Other Important Items
Requirements:
Estimated 75% - among various operating locations, as required
Scope of Role:
The descriptions contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this classification.
Other duties or responsibilities may be added at management's sole discretion.Moreover, this description excludes the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the fundamental job duties.
Employees are expected to follow any job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the supervisor.Physical
Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
In accordance with the Company's ADA Policy, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job operates at times in a manufacturing plant environment.This role routinely will be required to walk up and down stairs, observe through vision and hearing, and may be exposed to heat, cold, and loud noises intermittently.
This job also operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
At Will Status:
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employees in this position are employed "at will."
EEO/ Affirmative Action:
The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.
The Company will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race; color; sex (including sexual orientation and/or gender identity); marital status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; creed; religion; national origin; citizenship status; ethnicity; age; disability; genetic information; HIV/AIDS status; veteran or service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
It is the Company's policy not to request any employees genetic information or to make any employment decision based on genetic information.
The Company is committed to advancing the principles of equal employment opportunity through its affirmative action plan which it maintains in accordance with all legal requirements in order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment with the Company regardless of their race, color, gender, disability, and veteran status.