Position: Project Executive-Commercial

Location: Jackson, MS

Yates is proud to be an industry leader in construction and engineering services. To be a top-of-class organization, Yates is dedicated to hiring individuals who understand the importance of safety; instill integrity in all aspects of their lives; are passionate about what they do, and are committed to providing value to our clients.

Skills and Experience:

This position will provide overall leadership for project performance, contract negotiations, client relations, budget, schedule, and trade partner management. The Project Executive will also lead and maintain compliance with corporate safety and quality standards and will serve as the direct point of contact for clients.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree – Construction Management or Engineering with a minimum of 15 years of GC experience.
• Medium to large project experience ($20M ) is required
• Must share our Core Values: Safety, Integrity, Passion, and Commitment.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills, including the judgment to know when to escalate issues up the chain of command
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented, and the ability to multi-task
• Strong working knowledge of contract terms and legal provisions that impact project profitability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior management and clients
• A proven track record of motivating the project team to exceed project goals
• Effective negotiation and contract management skills to represent the company with the Owner
• Self-Motivated, and self-confident
• Ability to develop client relationships to gain future work
• Ability to recruit and build a project team.

Essential Job Duties:

• Project Acquisition
  • Using industry contacts to generate leads
  • Participate in the RFP process
  • Participate in Contract negotiations as needed
• Pre-Construction / Project Start-up
  • Work with Pre-Con team to develop budgets and schedules
  • Assemble Project Team
  • Lead Turnover Meeting between Pre-Con and Project Team.

• Project Operations
  • Thoroughly understand the contract and ensure project team understands and is compliant
  • Visit the project site regularly to monitor performance
  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of the project team
  • Full understanding of Accounts Receivable, Financial Forecasting, and P&L for project
  • Assist project staff with Baseline Schedule development
  • Assist project team Lean/Last Planner processes
  • Champion project safety program and performance
• Client Management
  • Attend owner and project meetings, maintain continuous client communication

Key Markets:

• High-rise structures including condominiums, apartments, and office
• Retail
• Industrial manufacturing
• Federal & military construction
• Gaming and entertainment
• Hospitality
• Healthcare

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or another legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EOE/Vets/Disabilities/M/F

Yates performs heavy construction and building work throughout the United States and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.