Posting Title: Project Executive - Electrical - Water/Wastewater
Reports To: Group Executive
Location: Great San Francisco Bay Area | Greater Los Angeles Area
Salary Range: $210,000 to $295,000
*This position is eligible for the annual performance bonus plan.
Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.
WHO WE ARE
For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we always-always-do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.
THE COMMERCIAL TEAM
Our strong project management teams, dedicated in-house engineering resources and skilled union field staff work together seamlessly to deliver commercial projects that are as innovative and unique as the clients who build them.
ABOUT THE ROLE
At Cupertino Electric, the Project Executive is responsible for a book of work within a division for a specific area, customer, or region. As an executive within a division at Cupertino Electric, our PXs are expected to work with other PXs and their Division Director to plan for and execute the projects that will achieve the Division's operating goals and objectives. Responsibilities include five primary areas: Project Development, Customer Relationships, People Development, Financial & Risk Management and Safety.
Ownership of financial outcome and execution of a book of work.
Lead and develop high-performance project teams across multiple and/or large, complex projects.
Make strategic decisions and recommendations aimed at enhancing relationships with clients and maximizing profitability of book of work.
Ensure strict adherence to all client, company, and project policies, procedures, and standards.
Ownership, oversight and direction for construction management teams, contract administration, scheduling review, change order management, revenue forecasting, divisional initiatives and quality assurance activities.
Plan, coordinate, and supervise activities of both company and subcontractor personnel on assigned book of work.
Authorize and approve all purchase requisitions, change requests, etc., within designated signing authority.
Take responsibility for achieving financial objectives by monitoring and contributing to each stage of project development.
Implement and enforce company safety protocols, ensuring adherence by all direct reporting employees.
Offer mentorship and training to facilitate employee growth and development with team.
Lead projects and project teams through all phases from qualification to closeout, ensuring adherence to budgets, schedules, and contractual agreements while prioritizing safety and professionalism.
Work closely with Superintendents and Production teams to ensure projects are completed within budget and on schedule.
Proactively identify project risks and potential issues, developing and executing recovery action plans as necessary.
Ownership of financials, tracking budget variances, job costs, productivity, and reporting on financial performance for book of work.
Skillfully negotiate with internal and external project stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes.
Serve as the primary point of contact with customers and end-user owners, nurturing and expanding customer and subcontractor relationships while actively seeking and qualifying new opportunities.
Be a cultural ambassador for CEI. Engage in company functions and cultivate relationships within the organization. Participate in corporate objectives to support the growth and improvement of CEI.
ABOUT YOU
Thorough knowledge of the estimating, project cost accounting, scheduling, procurement, productivity tracking and reporting principles necessary to profitably complete electrical construction projects.
Experience with union workforces.
Verifiable experience of safe, reliable and integrity-driven work habits, including working in unsupervised field settings, and remote office locations when appropriate.
Strong management and leadership skills, to include a history of leading teams with a passion for developing employees
Strong ability to influence and drive positive outcomes
Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Project. Experience with Accubid Classic preferred.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Education : High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or similar preferred.
Licensure/Certifications : None required.
Experience :
Typically requires 8+ years of related experience managing Infrastructure Projects, such as water/wastewater treatment plants, pumpstations, tunnels, transit, aviation systems, etc.
Typically requires 8+ years of management experience, including client interface and solicitation, planning and execution, project delivery, and staff supervision.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, supervisory and planning skills.
Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods), union jurisdiction, labor agreements, and negotiations.
Strong business acumen.
Driving Record : Valid state-issued driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
*Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
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CEI is a place where every single person can-and does-have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you'll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people's lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
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Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
