Project Executive - Higher Education

About This Role

This executive role is responsible for the overall direction, successful completion, and financial outcome of construction projects, potentially including multiple project teams. It involves managing project teams and individual members through all aspects to ensure projects are completed with quality and safety at the forefront, while meeting budget and schedule objectives.

Responsibilities

• Enforce the company safety program in accordance with best practice policies, local, state, and federal laws
• Develop new and maintain existing business relationships with Owners, Architect/Engineers, Construction Managers, and Subcontractors to ensure future business opportunities
• Possess a working knowledge of current market conditions, including pricing conventions and trends
• Develop and track leads for upcoming projects, actively work with Strategy & Acquisition to bring in new work in line with the company’s pursuits
• Actively participate in industry organizations at the committee or board level; represent the Company at networking functions, trade shows, etc.
• Provide leadership to Project Team(s) to provide structure, develop objectives/goals for each, and assign individual areas of responsibility
• Participate in the preconstruction and bidding process, providing constructability, schedule, and process input
• Interface with Owners, CMs, Architects, Engineers, Estimating, Scheduling, and BIM Managers during the preconstruction process
• Work in partnership with the Proposal Management team in responses to RFPs, providing narratives, logistic plans, and schedule input
• Lead Project Team(s) in preparing for and participating in interviews and presentations
• Work with the project scheduler to develop the initial schedule; evaluate and update monthly or more often if required
• Ensure that construction activities progress according to schedule
• Oversee the project procurement process in conjunction with the Business Unit Leader and Project Team, the preparation of scopes of work, maintain procurement tracking logs, and negotiate and prepare subcontract agreements
• Oversee contractual performance of all subcontractors to ensure compliance to scope, schedule, and quality
• Participate in weekly subcontractor meetings with the Project Superintendent
• Communicate with the Architect, Owner, and/or Construction Manager on all project issues, progress, budget, changes, or modifications
• Prepare for, organize, and run Owner's meetings on a regularly scheduled basis
• Manage cost control system to ensure budget compliance
• Track all potential change orders, owner change orders, and prepare monthly cost to complete analysis
• Submit, track, and obtain building, occupancy, and other permits as required for the project
• Monitor the submittal and request for information process to ensure project requirements are met
• Oversee the monthly requisition to the Owner, review with Owner/Architect, revise as necessary, obtain approval, and ensure timely project funding
• Manage cost loaded schedules as required
• Oversee the preparation of and hold accountable the Project teams in the monthly company Project Reviews, confirming proper presentation of project risks and financial management
• Review and approve subcontractor applications for payment and vendor invoices
• Manage the project close out process required for the project to facilitate timely release of retention
• Mentor and train project team members to support their growth and development within the organization
• Use latest technology and software to complete projects as assigned

Requirements

• At least ten (10) years of experience in managing building construction projects singularly, or in cumulative, in excess of Twenty (20) Million Dollars
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or related field
• Proven track record of client satisfaction and profitability
• OSHA 30-hour, First Aid, and CPR certifications
• LEED Specialty Accreditation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Procore, Bluebeam
• Understanding of Primavera scheduling and BIM
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Trustworthy, self-motivated, passionate, and dedicated to high-quality work
• Ability to perform all duties in a digital/paperless environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive total compensation and benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-matched 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Performance-based bonuses
• Wellness program
• Other voluntary benefits and leave types

Important Details

• Schedule: Minimum of 40 hours per week, hours will vary depending on project specifications and may involve weekends and night work
• Requisition: 2026-30
• Open Date: 05/14/2026

About the Company

Coakley & Williams Construction offers a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package.