Project Executive

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

PROJECT EXECUTIVE

The Project Executive will plan and lead key Data Center projects from inception through deployment, providing day-to-day management and oversight of project resources, tasks, issues, timelines, cost and scope. Experience with advanced technology projects, such as semiconductor or data center initiatives, will be essential for success in this role. In addition to managing projects, a Project Executive is responsible for:

• The success and profitability of projects:
• Successful management of project financials, including fee retention
• Client satisfaction
• Oversee all phases of construction including design, procurement, construction and closeout.
• Serve as primary point of contact with client. Maintain strong relationships to ensure successful project. Manage expectations of designers and staff with regards to owner communications.
• Lead and Manage design build project(s) with understanding of the alignment of client expectations and company goals.
• Create and implement regular meetings with designers, subcontractors, owner and staff for efficient integration of design and construction activities.
• Lead the development of strategic project plans such as schedule, budget, procurement and design deliverables.
• Successfully lead a cohesive project team balancing work obligations, accountability while maintaining positive/teaming environment throughout the team, both internally and externally.
• Plan and execute project team creation including hiring, onboarding and training of staff aligned with McGough Standards and support staff.
• Guiding and mentoring project management staff to ensure these individuals are trained for the next level in their career.
• Develop, review and audit all budgeting phases of project from conception to close out.
• Oversite of all cost expenditures and change orders for project. Ensure that staff is following company procedures and best practices for financial oversight.
• Identify with team any potential risks (cost and schedule) and mitigate project delays, cost overruns and quality issues.
• Ensure all design and construction work meets the highest standards of quality as outlined in start of project.
• Manage all billing requirements monthly including review and subcontractor billings and payments.
• Fostering and building relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Championing company initiatives.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management
• 15-20+ years managing large and/or simultaneous projects, including experience with self-perform capabilities
• Broad professional skill set to effectively relate to and understand owner/client, design consultant, contractor, and staff (field and office) issues
• Demonstrated experience with and understanding of building systems, system coordination and regulatory issues (structure, MEP, landscape, building code, ADA, etc.)
• Proven track record of successful Design
  -Build projects on time and on budget
• Experience in managing large project teams over 30 people.
• Proficiency in project management software (Procore, P6, Autodesk, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience and in depth knowledge of construction methods, materials and standards. Including MEP trades, gas and chemical and HPW and industrial wastewater.
• Proven experience building strong partnerships and trust with external partners, including owners, owner's representatives, design firms, and subcontractors
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Preferred:

• Data Center or Mission Critical experience
• Estimating and field experience a plus
• Scheduling experience preferred

Office and Travel:

• Regular travel to jobsites is necessary, various jobsites and/or corporate/regional offices. Regular regional meetings and overnight travel.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

Pursuit, Preconstruction and Business Development

• Take lead in responding to RFPs with sector team and Marketing
• Take lead in interview preparation
• Take lead in preconstruction effort including:
• Major equipment procurement and tracking
• Contract negotiations
• GMP establishment
• Client relationships (establish/maintain/build)
• Design partner relationships (establish/maintain/build)
• Owner's representative relationships (establish/maintain/build)
• Lead/coordinate page turn
• Identify and pursue leads prior to RFPs being issued; assist in acquiring new work
• Verify scope/budget/schedule are in alignment throughout preconstruction process
• Promotion of other McGough services (SP, Commercial, FM, Development, etc.)

McGough Self-Performed Work

• Understand and oversee quantity take-offs and assist in estimating labor…