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Description

Since 1992, our people have been the secret to our success. Menemsha has delivered thousands of successful projects to both private and public sector clients throughout North America and internationally, including P.F. Chang’s, Wingstop, Starbucks, Lululemon, Office Depot, CVS, Citibank, Regions Bank, Citizens Bank, and Tractor Supply Co. Our reputation is built on the outstanding innovation and technical excellence that our people deliver.

Together we nurture an inclusive and collaborative culture that embraces new ideas and exciting new technologies. We empower each other to succeed. We celebrate our successes. We stand on great thinking, not on formality. We support our staff in all they do, recognizing that each of us has passions outside of work as well. Menemsha is a great place to invest in your talent, to learn from others, and to grow. Something special is happening at Menemsha and we invite you to see for yourself. We look forward to saying hello.

Job Summary

The Construction Project Executive provides leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operations for all Construction, Project Management, and Project Administration activities associated with a specific Market Sector of the Construction Business Unit. Manage a staff of 3-15 individuals, Inclusive of: Project Managers, Superintendents, and project support staff. Assist in the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures to achieve established goals and support successful project execution, financial management, profitability, and exceed client service expectations. This position reports directly to the Sr. Vice President of Operations that has overall leadership responsibilities for Menemsha’s Construction Divisions/Market Sectors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with Business Development: Regarding sales strategy, marketing, event selection/attendance and presentations.
• Drive Business Development Efforts to grow business unit/ market sector.
• Develop & implement strategies to leverage existing network/relationships.
• Analyze market to identify opportunities and position company to win profitable work.
• Establish short- and long-term goals for sales volume & projected profitability.
• Accountable for maintaining existing client base.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Provide Operations oversight and direction in the following areas:
• Client Service /Maintenance.
• Procedural and process issues.
• Financial issues and reporting processes.
• Subcontractor performance issues.
• Manpower issues and analysis.
• Scheduling.
• Constructability and technical issues.
• Lead contract review, development and negotiations.
• Legal and liability issues.
• Risk analysis and mitigation.
• Review the performance of all Construction Operations employees working within their specific Market Sector and make recommendations to the Sr. Vice President regarding staffing, developmental needs, position evaluations, and compensation.
• Perform, at a minimum. monthly project reviews with each project team within their specific Market Sector to include the following major activities:
• Project schedule, safety, administration, and profitability.
• Manpower requirements and scheduling
• Material and equipment procurement.
• Quality of work.
• Quality of relationships with Owner, Subcontractors, and A/E firms
• Prepare monthly Executive Summaries from information received in the monthly Project Reviews and facilitate a formal review meeting each month with the VP to review the results.
• Participate and prepare for monthly WIP meetings. Responsible to report on financials for each project within their business unit.
• Maintain budget vs. spend (Future projected costs to complete).
• Coordinate with the Human Resources department and VP to implement the advertisement and interviewing process for needed manpower and make recommendations for specific offers to candidates for employment.
• Ensure the accurate completion and timely submission of the monthly Owner Application for Payment process by each Project Manager.
• Review and approve, as required, the following project administration documents:
• Project Budget as prepared by estimating.
• General Conditions and project approach of each project estimate/budget.
• Project schedule prior to issuance to the Owner and Subcontractors.
• Subcontracts and Purchase Orders.
• Contractual notices to Owners and Subcontractors.
• Owner Change Order Requests prior to submission to the Owner.
• Subcontractor Change Orders and associated budget revisions.
• Ensure Coordination for project mobilization, demobilization.
• Identify and ensure procurement of equipment needs.
• Work with the accounting department to resolve all project cost issues.
• Review, approve all hourly time sheets prior to processing – as required.
• Ensure all cost coding is applied appropriately by each Project Team to ensure clean financial review/oversight.
• Visit each job site.
• Attend Subcontractor progress meetings as required in order to have working knowledge of current project status and issues.
• Attend all regular Owner meetings.
• Assist the PMs and Superintendents with resolution of specific issues and requests.
• Provide required coverage for Project Managers and Superintendents while they are on vacation or otherwise.
• Assist with agenda preparation and lead weekly or monthly Business Unit Operations Management coordination meeting to review the following issues:

Menemsha Solutions offers a comprehensive employee benefits package.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Perk Program
• Direct Deposit

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Four (4) year Construction Science/Engineering degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10 to 15 years of responsibility for the total execution of commercial construction projects is preferred.
• Advanced experience and knowledge of Commercial Construction estimating, means and methods, accounting, project administration, LEED certifications, and a thorough understanding of industry practices.
• Experience in the management of Superintendents, Project Managers, and Project Support staff.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and computer skills.
• Must possess the utmost of personal integrity and can create and lead an organization culture of collaboration, both internally and externally, to maintain the superior reputation of firm.