Project Executive - Food and Beverage

Overview

Lead F&B construction projects, drive business development and oversee field operations.

Key Responsibilities

• strategic roadmaps
• hygienic design
• safety compliance
• client acquisition
• site visits
• project oversight

Tasks

The ideal candidate will bring extensive food and beverage construction experience and play a key role in securing clients, scaling teams, and delivering high-volume programs across The Yates Companies. Our client relationships are the foundation of our success, and our primary goal is to help each of our clients achieve their vision. We do this by carefully managing the details and complexities of each project and communicating constantly with all team members. This is an operational leadership position, balancing business development with direct operational oversight of key projects and teams within the Food and Beverage industry sector. -Develop strategic client roadmaps that align with sector and regional growth goals. -Support superintendents and project managers in addressing the unique operational challenges of F&B construction, such as: Hygienic design and construction Proper PPE for food-grade facilities Working in sterile environments -Ensure compliance with OSHA and internal safety standards through close coordination with the safety team. -Translate client expectations into field-executable strategies. -Collaborate with work acquisition team to identify and win new F&B clients through networking, industry outreach, and targeted relationship-building. -Act as the executive liaison for assigned F&B clients, ensuring satisfaction and long-term partnership growth. -Support the creation of market-entry plans and growth initiatives in emerging or underrepresented regions. -Mentor field staff, project managers, and engineers on best practices for F&B project delivery. -Collaborate with regional leadership to allocate field resources effectively and ensure workforce readiness for scaling programs. -Conduct regular site visits to assess progress, resolve field-level issues, and ensure adherence to quality, safety, and brand standards. -Lead project kickoffs, OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) meetings, and executive progress reviews. -Support the development of client-specific pursuit strategies, proposals, and presentations. -Provide senior-level oversight across all phases of construction, including site mobilization, permitting, schedule execution, and turnover.

Requirements

• bachelor’s degree
• 10+ years
• field operations
• project leadership
• food‑grade
• troubleshooting

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. -10+ years of experience in commercial construction, including 5+ years specifically managing large-scale projects in the Food and Beverage Industry. -Strong field operations experience, including supervision of jobsite teams, subcontractor coordination, and quality control. -Proper PPE for food-grade facilities -Willingness to travel regionally and nationally based on project and client needs. -Troubleshoot critical issues that impact timelines or client operations, leveraging experience to implement swift, cost-effective solutions. -Deep understanding of food grade facility construction, permitting, code requirements, and relevant FDA regulations. -Demonstrated ability to lead active construction projects. -Hygienic design and construction

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About Yates Construction

-Committed to delivering superior construction services. -Operates across various sectors, including industrial and commercial projects. -Known for managing complex and large-scale projects effectively. -Has a strong reputation built on reliable project delivery and client satisfaction. -Employs innovative techniques and cutting-edge technology in construction. -Has executed notable projects in industries like energy and infrastructure. -Continuously evolving to meet market demands with a focus on efficiency and quality.

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