Project Executive

Here at Batson-Cook, the first thing we build is the relationship. We specialize in general construction in all the top commercial markets including healthcare, commercial, wood frame and more. We’re looking for talented individuals to help us foster relationships with our clients while building projects that stand tall for generations. With competitive salaries and a robust benefits package, there is no better time to join us.

We are currently seeking a Project Executive in Dallas, TX. to join our family.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Documents best practices to share with other projects; ensures best construction methods are being used


• Manages claims; identifies and resolves potential claims with subcontractors/suppliers


• Protects and promotes the interests of the Company; ensures all compensation for work performed is received


• Assists the Project Manager with problem or conflict resolution


• Manages the scope of work and has mastery of the contract documents


• Supports the achievement of EEO goals


• Manages the financial aspects of contracts; assures job margin analysis is completed on a regular basis


• Sets safety, quality, schedule, cost, and owner relationship goals


• Manages multiple projects and Project Managers accordingly


• Participates in project coordination meetings


• Monitors and reports project cost and schedule performance; recommends corrective actions if needed


• Ensures proper project billing; reviews/negotiates potential change orders with owner


• Directs and ensures timely completion of project close-out activities


• Ensures preparation of cost estimates, value engineering, constructability reviews, scope development, and project building procedures


• Reviews project proposals or plans to determine time frame, procedures for accomplishing projects, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of the project


• Monitors and ensures quality control


• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with key owners, architects


• Ensures adherence to insurance, safety, labor relations, EEO, and tax regulations


• Champions skill development of assigned resources through training and performance appraisals


• Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required; prepares project reports for management, owner or others


• Fosters team camaraderie; mentors project personnel; ensures each person understands their role on the project


• Must be willing to travel if required


• Communicate with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing (e.g. customers, suppliers, employees). Maintain relationship to ensure needs are met and problems/conflicts are resolved.


• Communicates and reinforces the Company vision, mission and values

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University and 10 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience


• Related project experience in the markets served