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System One Project Executive in Kansas City, Missouri
Project Executive – Mission Critical Construction (Data Centers)
Location: Onsite (5 days/week)
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $160,000–$180,000 base salary
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Project Executive to lead multiple large-scale, mission-critical construction projects, with a strong focus on hyper-scale data center infrastructure. This senior leadership role requires proven expertise in large commercial construction, strategic planning, and team leadership, along with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and financial performance.
Key Responsibilities
Provide executive oversight for the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple hyper-scale data center construction projects from preconstruction through completion
Partner with preconstruction teams to develop accurate estimates, competitive bid strategies, and constructability reviews
Integrate self-performed civil and underground construction activities into overall project execution plans
Develop and review preliminary and master project schedules
Lead, mentor, and manage project managers, project engineers, and senior field leadership
Collaborate closely with clients, designers, consultants, and trade partners to ensure project success, mitigate risk, and strengthen long-term relationships
Participate in client-facing activities during pursuits and bidding, including scope clarification, proposal presentations, and project interviews
Ensure projects meet or exceed budget, schedule, quality, and safety expectations while complying with all regulatory requirements
Implement project controls, reporting, and risk management strategies to proactively address schedule and cost challenges
Oversee project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and executive-level reporting
Support business development efforts by identifying new opportunities and contributing to pursuit strategies
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (required)
Minimum of 10 years of experience in large commercial construction; mission-critical and data center experience strongly preferred
Extensive leadership experience overseeing complex, large-scale construction programs
Strong working knowledge of construction project management tools, including Bluebeam Revu, Excel, AutoCAD, BIM 360 / Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), MS Project, P6, Google Earth, Google Drive, and MS Teams
Ability to break down complex construction operations into logical, executable sequences
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with executives, clients, consultants, field teams, and government agencies
Ability to successfully pass background, drug, and alcohol screening requirements
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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.