Posted:09.21.20

Project Executive

Job Title:Project Executive
Location:Virginia Beach and Richmond, VA
Reports To:Vice President of Construction

Job Summary

The Project Executive shall lead multiple project teams and is responsible for the overall coordination and management of new multifamily construction projects throughout all phases of the development process.

Primary Duties include but are not limited to:

The Project Executive shall report to the Vice President of Construction and shall be responsible for providing overall leadership direction on multiple development projects. Specific duties shall include:

  • Management of multiple project teams, including the coordination of contract documents to ensure accuracy, quality, value and compliance with standards and the budget.
  • Managing relationships with third party owners and owners representatives to ensure repeat business.
  • Lead project teams in the bidding, negotiation and contract/subcontract award process for new construction.
  • Lead and mentor project teams on all aspects of contracts (writing, change orders, invoices and progress payments).
  • Direct and manage the construction process.
  • Monitor and maintain project budgets and costs.
  • Attend and conduct weekly progress meetings with the project teams to ensure the budget, schedule and quality expectations are achieved.
  • Attend all OAC meetings to monitor teams interaction with owners reps and consultants and provide senior leadership when necessary.
  • Primary problem solver and advisor to teams on conflict resolution. Initiate corrective action as warranted to achieve the project expectations and goals.
  • Ensure project records are being properly maintained including all current plans, specifications, submittals, construction change directives, change orders and closeout documentation.
  • Actively share knowledge and lesson’s learned from project experience.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Employee will be responsible for assisting pre-construction department and directing and managing construction teams for multiple projects simultaneously. Employee shall possess the ability to mentor and coach project team members as appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Bachelor’s degree or equal experience required.
  • Minimum of 7 years multifamily project management experience in successfully delivering projects.
  • Knowledge of budgeting and reporting processes.
  • Exceptional computer skills in Excel and Microsoft Project, good working knowledge of Word, Outlook, and other industry related project management and scheduling software.
  • Detail and deadline oriented with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • Advanced problem solving skills, business skills, organizations skills, solid verbal & written communication skills, excellent relationship building skills, as well as strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Solid understanding of project management tools & approaches to manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects and the flexibility to lead diverse and dynamic teams to successfully deliver projects.

Interaction With Other Employees and The Public

  • Position requires extensive interaction with owners, third-party representatives, senior management, co-employees, public officials, design consultants, general contractors, subcontractors and vendors. Employee is expected to work well with others and exhibit a professional and courteous demeanor at all times.

Physical Demands

  • Position requires minimal physical lifting of construction documents and requires extensive walking during jobsite visits.

Position may require local travel 2-3 days per week to jobsites.

The Breeden Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.