Industrial Project Executive

  • McGough
  • Saint Paul, Minnesota
  • Full Time
McGough Construction

Industrial Project Executive

Saint Paul, MN 55110

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

INDUSTRIAL PROJECT EXECUTIVE

We are seeking an experienced Project Executive for our Industrial group, specifically for our Power & Energy team. This role will lead and manage key projects from inception through deployment. This includes overseeing project resources, tasks, issues, timelines, costs, and scope. Projects may include:

Energy Generation Facilities

Dispatchable Energy Production Facilities

Central Utility Plants

Backup Generation Plants

District Heating and Cooling Facilities

Waste-to-Energy Plants

Water/Wastewater Infrastructure

Qualifications:

Required:

Four-year degree in Construction Management or related degree

15+ years of related experience, including experience with self-perform capabilities

Demonstrated experience building strong partnerships and trust with external partners, including owners, owner's representatives, design firms, and subcontractors

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Thorough and detail-oriented

Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints

Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision

Strong computer skills, including Excel

Preferred:

Estimating and field experience

Scheduling experience

Office and Travel:

Office: Corporate headquarters

Travel: Regular travel to project sites across the country as required

Responsibilities and Tasks:

Pursuit, Preconstruction and Business Development

Take lead in responding to RFPs with sector team and Marketing

Take lead in interview preparation

Take lead in preconstruction effort including:

Major equipment procurement and tracking

Contract negotiations

GMP establishment

Client relationships (establish/maintain/build)

Design partner relationships (establish/maintain/build)

Owner's representative relationships (establish/maintain/build)

Lead/coordinate page turn

Identify and pursue leads prior to RFPs being issued; assist in acquiring new work

Verify scope/budget/schedule are in alignment throughout preconstruction process

Promotion of other McGough services (SP, Commercial, FM, Development, etc.)

McGough Self-Performed Work

Understand and oversee quantity take-offs and assist in estimating labor production, materials and equipment

Understand warehouse equipment, rentals, small tools, services and costs

Oversee implementation of Project Assessments preparation and projections

Scope bid materials (concrete, rebar, brick, etc.)

Approve Critical Path Method schedules for our work

Estimating and Bidding

Review estimates prepared by project managers and estimating

Lead estimate presentation to owner/design team

Review proposed subcontractors prior to presenting to owner

Final review/sign subcontractors

Scheduling

Last Planner coach/champion

Lead preconstruction scheduling effort

Construction schedule review and oversight

Project Oversight

Understand project staffing needs and make sure proper resources are involved

Review and understand project financial condition and profitability (PACE)

Assure the safety protocols are in place and adhered to

Regular jobsite walks with McGough project staff

Understand the requirements of our Owner's contract, as well as Subcontractors

Project Management Oversight

Coach/Mentor project management staff

Understand specific training needs of staff

Review and understand global project management staffing needs and available resources

Ensure project management staff is mentoring at all levels

Post-Construction

Ensure cost history information is uploaded

Follow up with owner on lessons learned, strengths/weaknesses

Ensure internal lessons learned meeting is held

Other Responsibilities

Participate in company business development activities (client functions, design firm open houses, conferences, etc.)

Establish relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors

Pursue new relationships with potential clients and design firms

Attend and participate in project management and other company meetings

Attend any training - personal and/or professional development - that is relevant to the position

Actively participate in company-sponsored events

Perform functions of PM I and PM II as may be necessary for project success

Support and follow standard of work

Participate in Lean events and support the McGough Way

Other responsibilities as assigned

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position involves sitting for extended periods of time at employee's work station and during meetings as well as while traveling, either by plane or car. Employee needs to be able to lift up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and ability to distinguish between colors on graphs and charts.

Occasionally, employee will be required to visit construction jobsites which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures.

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In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $220,000, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you join McGough, your final base salary will be determined by several factors, including geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Furthermore, we place significant value on pay equity among our current team members as part of any final job offer.

Please note that the range provided above reflects the hiring range for this role. Hiring near the top end of this range would be atypical, as we aim to allow room for future salary growth. Additionally, McGough offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. This includes insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. We also provide generous retirement plans, voluntary benefit plans, parental leave, substantial paid time off, and holiday pay.
Job ID: 485125553
Originally Posted on: 7/14/2025

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