Construction project executive

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Project Executive / Preconstruction Manager to take overall responsibility for our most significant construction projects. This pivotal role requires an individual who can seamlessly bridge the gap between initial concept and successful construction, leading all pre-construction efforts, coordinating with owners and consultants, and guiding the project management team during execution. The ideal candidate will leverage a minimum of ten years of practical construction experience-including extensive project management or conceptual estimating-to drive budget control, manage schedules, and cultivate lasting relationships with owners and design professionals, ensuring projects align with owner objectives from the very first meeting.

location: Columbus, Ohio

job type: Permanent

salary: $140,000 - 160,000 per year

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

Preconstruction Functions:

• Assume the overall responsibility of the project during pre-construction coordinating efforts of all involved: owners and owner vendors, consultants and our team to provide a successful kick-off that meets the owner objectives.
• Coordinate and facilitate our internal Pre-Construction Kick-Off Meeting and Project Pre-Start Meeting with owner and consultants.
• Work closely with Marketing during the selling phase of a project to convey to the Owner, the preconstruction capabilities.
• Coordinate the team during design including the efforts of estimating, project management, the Architect and the Owner.
• Control and manage the budget including the V/E efforts.
• Work closely with the Owner to set up budget controls.
• Assist with the development of design and preliminary construction schedules, reflecting detailed milestones of deliverables required by the Owner/Architect/Engineer.
• Prepare monthly reports on the status of the budget and schedule.
• Work closely with the architect to review the cost impact of alternate designs.
• Serve as facilitator for the in-house pre-start meetings.
• Represent us in the O-A-C meetings for the duration of the project.
• Initiate contract formats for new and existing clients for assigned projects.
• Assist in developing and updating project-related forms and procedures.
  
  

Project Executive Functions (During Construction)

• Provide an overview of our pre-start manual for the owner and architect/engineer so they become familiar with our procedures and forms.
• Provide the leadership to effectively organize and communicate the matrix of responsibilities for us, owner and architect/engineer. These should be reviewed internally and coordinated with the Vice President of Operations prior to delivery to remain consistent with the contract.
• Establish and/or identify the exact criteria applicable to the project, e.g. wage rates, sales/use tax issues, escalation, insurance, contingencies, payroll taxes, etc.
• Develop relationships with the Owner and Architect. Know of upcoming work for the purpose of enhancing our ability for continued work.
• Meet monthly with the Owner and Architect lead persons to be sure problems are being addressed in a timely fashion and the budget and schedule are being followed.
• Provide feedback to senior management regarding Owner satisfaction.
  
  

Build/Maintain Relationships

• Develop and maintain relationships with design professionals within the targeted markets to enhance future work opportunities and convey our abilities to deliver preconstruction and construction services.
• Maintain a good working relationship with marketing and project personnel in order to maximize product and service exposure to the local markets.
• Develop a working relationship with management and internal staff to keep open lines of communications regarding capacity and upcoming work.
• Utilize a full understanding of project delivery/services (GC, CM, D/B, etc.) and make recommendations if conditions dictate a special need or capacity.
• Provide estimators and project managers with information about unusual circumstances or project peculiarities.
  
  

Marketing and Business Development Support

• Establish and promote contacts with potential owners and/or past clients to obtain work.
• Assist with the presentation of major projects outside of the "hard money" environment. Collaborate on all aspects of presentations.
• Communicate to Director of Business Development identification of potential markets, customers, and work.
• Apply and implement the selection criteria to qualify both customers and projects.
• Assist with business development activities and promotional efforts on assigned projects.
• Follow-up with owners of assigned projects.
  
  

Skills

Ability to influence and persuade to achieve desired outcomes. Analytical, problem solving, and negotiation skills. Ability to communicate (orally and in writing) in a professional manner when dealing with employees, vendors and company contacts. Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Competent computer skills to perform essential functions listed above. Ability to listen to the needs of the prospect and analyze means and methods to resolve

The Essential Functions Of This Role Include

• working up to 5 hrs of overtime per week
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience level: Executive
• Minimum 10 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors
  
  

skills:

• Project Management
• Project Executive
• Construction (5 years of experience is required)
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.