Planning and Execution Director

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

The Planning and Execution Director will oversee the strategic planning, scheduling, and field operations for construction projects within the organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and budget while maintaining high safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction scheduling, field operations, and project management, combined with strong leadership and organizational skills.

• Monitor project timelines, adjust schedules as needed, and communicate changes to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Manage and supervise field teams, including subcontractors and construction workers, to achieve project milestones.
• Ensure successful execution of construction projects from inception to completion.
• Implement best practices for project management, including scope management, risk assessment, and cost control.
• Address and resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during the construction process.
• Act as one of the primary points of contact for clients, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates on project status, including progress reports, schedule changes, and budget considerations.

• Previous experience managing data center construction projects valued at $100 million or more.
• 15 + years’ experience in construction, ideally with data center experience.
• MEP & CSA background.
• Ability to supervise construction employees and subcontractors to accomplish work within budget and schedule constraints.
• Strong project safety record and commitment to safety and quality.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to travel or relocate to jobsite.
• Creative and results-oriented with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to walk the job site, climb ladders, and multi floor scaffolding.
• Ability to lift objects at least 60lbs

• Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!
• This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top
  5).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders - Data Center Contractor (Top
  3).
• Discretionary Annual Bonus:
  Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:
  Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to:
  Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.