Traveling Project Executive

** Position Summary*
* If you love managing large, complex construction projects, mentoring others and are passionate about safety, Southland has an opportunity for you as a Project Executive. In this role, you will work on exciting, multi-million dollar commercial MEP projects, while developing future project managers and leaders.

This role can be for a Traveling Project Executive who is able to be at the project site during the week and travel home on the weekend, or if you are ready to take on a new adventure, a relocation package is part of the deal for the right candidate.  Not only does this project offer a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but also you get to enjoy a new city and make new friends! 

** Position Details*
* + Responsible for managing a larger project (or overseeing a team delivering multiple projects) and team functioning as the Southland's senior representative and primary point of contact for one or more large construction projects.

+ Leadership role to entire project team, including identifying and delegating the responsibilities of team members, as well as effectively mentoring team members.

+ Implement the effective use of lean tools (A3 development, choosing by advantages, 5-why).

+ Implement effective Last Planner System sessions.

+ Learn and simultaneously teach new lean concepts and processes quickly.

+ Responsible for coordination of design, trades and subcontractor interaction.

+ Applies defined policies and procedures and takes responsibility for decisions and project issues.

+ Develops and implements procedural systems and strategies to ensure the continuous improvement of project team and overall project performance.

+ Develop CFLs (Customers for Life).

+ Responsible for developing a clearly defined repeat client base and assists in future work procurement with clients.

+ Supports Sales team during the pursuit of projects (presentations, estimate input, client input).

+ Consistently communicates and provides clients with all job-related information regarding status of project.

+ Manages critical project functions including equipment selection and subcontractor procurement.

+ Responsible for budget analysis and reports, cost and revenue projections, manpower curves, change orders, construction plans etc.

+ Effectively negotiates and manages contract change orders.

+ Solely responsible for any cost impact related issues.

+ Understands, supports and executes Connected Solutions strategies.

+ Leads team in assembling and presenting monthly project review to division leadership.

+ A member of one of the industry organizations (DBIA, LCI, CPMCA, ASHRAE, ASPE).

+ Owning the contract and mentoring the team through understanding it and working within its scope.

** Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management with minimum 10 years' experience in related field or, 15-20 years' experience in Construction Management.

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Experience with management of large Guaranteed Maximum Price projects.

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Experience with common software including but not limited to Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Project.

+ Ability to read and interpret technical documentation including CAD drawings, Blueprints, Submittals, etc.

+ Proven ability to manage very large projects or simultaneously manage multiple projects.

+ Demonstrated ability to train and develop successful project teams.

+ Demonstrated skills for proactively planning projects and positively impacting project success.

+ Lead preconstruction activities on a major project.

+ Perform value engineering analyses.

+ Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering systems, including HVAC and Plumbing, relating to the construction of large projects.

+ Ability to estimate large jobs in a fast paced and demanding environment.

+ Ability to communicate with all levels of management and to present proposals and give sales presentations.

+ Ability to instill a sense of urgency in the project team through proven leadership skills.

+ Lead through results oriented personal skill set.

** Benefits*
* As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

+ 401(k) plan with  
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