Construction Project Executive
Location: Orange County, CA
Job Type: Full time
Company: K2 Staffing
Salary: $
Category: Construction
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Construction Project ExecutiveThe Construction Project Executive is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the complete lifecycle of commercial construction projects, ensuring that each phase—from pre-construction through post-construction—is executed with the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction. This full-time role, based in Orange County, CA, is integral to maintaining operational excellence, fostering positive business relationships, and driving organizational success in the competitive construction industry.
Key Responsibilities- Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of all construction, project management, and administrative activities for assigned projects.
- Support the development and implementation of company policies, procedures, and standards to meet established corporate goals and uphold the company mission.
- Enhance client relationships through exceptional service, clear communication, and successful project delivery.
- Promote and maintain positive relationships with subcontractors and vendors, ensuring professional, fair, and ethical interactions at all times.
- Collaborate closely with Estimating and Purchasing teams during project initiation to ensure optimal profitability and client satisfaction.
- Mentor, coach, and set annual performance goals for project team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
- Identify, pursue, and help secure new business development opportunities within the commercial construction sector and related service lines.
- Develop, review, and communicate contract terms to the project team; assist clients in contract negotiation and drafting, ensuring legal and client requirements are met.
- Ensure project strategy is clearly defined, communicated, and implemented among all stakeholders and team members.
- Guide and supervise multiple project teams through all phases of construction, from pre-construction planning to final closeout and post-construction support.
- Identify potential risks to ongoing client operations and develop proactive plans to minimize and mitigate these risks.
- Review and approve monthly project status reports, estimates, and schedules to ensure projects remain on track and within budget.
- Oversee subcontract bidding, negotiations, and approval of subcontracts and major material purchase orders, in compliance with company protocols.
- Lead project mobilization and job setup, ensuring proper staffing and adequate resources are available for successful project execution.
- Recruit, train, and supervise project personnel, ensuring a high-performing and cohesive team environment.
- Maintain positive cash flow throughout projects and ensure timely, accurate reporting of project financials and progress.
- Participate in client, architect, and contractor meetings as a representative of the company to advocate for successful project outcomes.
- Conduct regular jobsite walks to assess progress, identify and eliminate safety hazards, and ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, construction science, or a related field.
- At least 10 years of progressive experience in commercial construction project management or supervision, with a proven track record of handling increasingly complex projects.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple teams and stakeholders while maintaining focus on project objectives, efficiency, and quality.
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and client relationship management abilities.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Construction Project Executive role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires the ability to traverse construction sites, move through areas with construction materials, climb ladders and temporary stairways, and conduct visual inspections for quality and safety. Regular jobsite walks are necessary to ensure successful project completion and to identify and address safety hazards.
The Construction Project Executive position offers an opportunity to work in Orange County, CA, a vibrant area known for its dynamic commercial development and business-friendly environment.