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NES Fircroft · 1 week ago

Project Executive - Data Centers

Greater Chicago Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

15+ years exp

NES Fircroft is a leading construction firm with a strong mission critical portfolio, seeking an experienced Project Executive to lead complex data center and mission critical construction projects. This role encompasses full accountability for project delivery, financial performance, and client relationships while mentoring high-performing teams.

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Comp. & Benefits

Hiring Manager

Chandler Robertson

Responsibilities

Lead planning, execution, and delivery of large scale data center and mission critical construction projects

Serve as the primary executive point of contact for clients, consultants, and key stakeholders

Own project financial performance including budgets, forecasting, cost control, and margin protection

Oversee contract strategy, subcontractor negotiations, procurement, and risk management

Ensure all work meets regulatory requirements, quality standards, and mission critical best practices

Drive proactive issue resolution and mitigation strategies to keep projects on schedule and within budget

Build, mentor, and lead high performing project teams including Project Managers and Superintendents

Support business development efforts through client relationship management and pursuit involvement

Oversee project closeout, commissioning coordination, and post project evaluations

Participate in leadership operating rhythms and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Qualification

Data Center ConstructionBudgetingForecastingContract NegotiationProject ManagementOSHA CertificationProcoreLEED CertificationMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft OfficeBluebeamConstruction CRM SystemsClient Relationship ManagementLeadership