Mission Critical Project Executive
hace 3 días
Amarillo
Job Description Project Executive | Mission Critical / Data Centers Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Project Executive to provide leadership and oversight for large-scale, ground-up data center and mission critical construction projects. This individual will be responsible for overall project performance, including financial management, operational execution, client relationships, and the leadership of project management teams. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with a commercial General Contractor and a proven track record of successfully delivering complex data center projects from preconstruction through commissioning, turnover, and closeout. This position requires a leader who understands the financial and operational demands of mission critical construction and can effectively manage project teams, client expectations, and project profitability. Primary Responsibilities • Provide executive leadership and oversight of ground-up data center and mission critical construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout., • Maintain overall accountability for project budgets, financial performance, profitability, schedules, quality, safety, and client satisfaction., • Oversee project financial management, including estimating, budget development, cost forecasting, contingency management, change orders, and financial reporting., • Direct subcontractor procurement strategies, buyout, contract negotiations, scope reviews, and financial commitments., • Review project financials regularly, identify potential cost exposures, and implement corrective actions to protect project profitability., • Lead and support project teams in preparing for and conducting Owner, Architect, and Contractor (OAC) meetings, ensuring timely resolution of project issues, clear communication, and accountability for project decisions., • Serve as an executive-level point of contact for owners, architects, engineers, and key project stakeholders., • Oversee preconstruction planning, procurement strategies, project schedules, constructability reviews, and overall project execution., • Provide leadership throughout ground-up construction, critical MEP coordination, commissioning, turnover, and closeout., • Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership to monitor progress, resolve construction challenges, and maintain project schedules., • Oversee the procurement and coordination of long-lead equipment and critical infrastructure systems., • Evaluate contractual obligations, project risks, schedule impacts, and change management strategies., • Participate in project performance review meetings to evaluate budgets, forecasts, financial risks, and projected profitability., • Determine project staffing needs and provide leadership, mentorship, and accountability to Project Managers and supporting project teams., • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and trade partners., • Support business development efforts through client relationships, project pursuits, presentations, and strategic planning., • Contribute to the development and improvement of mission critical construction processes, procedures, and project delivery standards. Required Qualifications • Extensive construction management experience with a commercial General Contractor, including direct leadership of ground-up data center or mission critical construction projects., • Demonstrated experience delivering data center projects through the full construction lifecycle, including preconstruction, construction, commissioning, turnover, and closeout., • Proven financial accountability for large, complex construction projects, including budgeting, forecasting, subcontractor buyout, change management, cost controls, and profitability., • Experience overseeing Project Managers and multidisciplinary construction teams while maintaining accountability for overall project performance., • Strong experience managing owner relationships, leading executive-level project discussions, and resolving complex construction and contractual issues., • Demonstrated understanding of OAC meeting processes, owner coordination, project decision-making, and issue resolution., • Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and critical infrastructure systems associated with data center construction., • Understanding of commissioning requirements, construction sequencing, long-lead procurement, and turnover processes for mission critical facilities., • Experience managing subcontractor contracts, procurement strategies, project risks, and financial commitments., • Ability to evaluate project financial reports, identify potential exposures, and make informed decisions to maintain project profitability., • Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent construction experience., • Previous experience serving as a Project Executive, Operations Manager, or Senior Project Manager with executive-level financial and operational responsibility., • Experience overseeing multiple large-scale data center projects or a portfolio of mission critical construction projects., • Established relationships within the mission critical construction industry., • Experience supporting business development, client pursuits, and long-term account relationships.