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Clayco

Operations Executive

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Clayco

Full‑service design‑build real estate, architecture, engineering and construction firm delivering integrated turnkey projects.

Oversee large design‑build projects, manage teams, budgets, and client relationships.
13 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Phoenix, AZ
Onsite
Company Size
3,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Design‑Build
Architecture
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
Development
Planning
Interior Design
Sector Specialisms
Food and Beverage
Consumer Products
Manufacturing
Life-Science Products
Industrial
Role

Description

procurement
cost control
project scheduling
client liaison
bid management
closeout management

As an Operations Executive, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and driving the successful execution of design-build projects. Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, project teams, and design departments, you will ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. You will work closely with marketing, pre-construction services, business unit leaders, and operations to manage project phases including scheduling, subcontractor buyout, cost control, and project closeout. Additionally, you will mentor and manage Project Managers and Engineers, ensuring team success and project excellence.

  • Ensure timely procurement of materials and equipment while monitoring subcontractor buyouts.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, EEO, and Affirmative Action program requirements.
  • Lead through change, build consensus, and motivate teams to achieve goals.
  • Assist in tracking back charges, change orders, and budget adjustments.
  • Develop detailed project contract status reports and project site logistics plans.
  • Mentor and manage project teams, fostering collaboration, problem-solving, and innovation.
  • Serve as the single point of contact for clients, design teams, and project staff, ensuring seamless communication and execution.
  • Oversee a large-scale project 500M-1B in value, or multiple projects.
  • Analyze and forecast quarterly total cost projections and labor costs.
  • Manage the project closeout process, ensuring adherence to schedules and final deliverables.
  • Collaborate with Preconstruction services to oversee the bidding process.
  • Lead and coordinate project phases from planning to closeout, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
  • Oversee pay request processes, monitor project costs, and track job cost reports.
  • Lead quality processes and monitor project training and development programs.

Requirements

leadership
construction management
20+ years
safety
travel
problem solving
  • Proficiency in leading project teams, managing subcontracts, and handling subcontractor relations.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability when dealing with various stakeholders.
  • Ability to physically navigate job sites, including climbing ladders and multi-floor scaffolding.
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Strong knowledge of construction principles and practices with a proven track record of managing large-scale projects.
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills, with experience mentoring and developing talent.
  • 20-25 years of experience in construction project management.
  • This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.
  • Familiarity with safety protocols, EEO requirements, and quality control standards.
  • Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

  • 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
  • Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Training + Development

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Company

Overview

$7.6B Revenue
Revenue Achievement
Generated over $7.6 billion in revenue in 2024 with extensive project work across multiple sectors.
394M sq ft
Built Space
Over 394 million square feet of built and renovated space across numerous projects.
  • Founded in 1984 by Bob Clark in St. Louis, the company grew rapidly with integrated design‑build services.
  • Moved headquarters to Chicago in 2013, expanding reach across North America.
  • Launched Clayco Compute in 2025, focusing on mission‑critical data center construction with 57 active projects.
  • Specializes in Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, Residential & Hospitality, Life Sciences, Data Center and Manufacturing sectors.
  • Typical projects include large‑scale data centers, life sciences facilities, manufacturing plants and hospitality developments.
  • Known for pioneering fast‑track, tech‑enabled design‑build methods—using BIM, drones and modular solutions.
  • Integrated subsidiaries cover architecture (Lamar Johnson Collaborative), concrete (Concrete Strategies), and façade systems (Ventana).
  • Handles end‑to‑end delivery—from site acquisition and financing through design, engineering and self‑performed construction.
  • Stands out for fully integrated project delivery, overlapping design and build phases to boost efficiency and innovation.

Culture + Values

  • Treat others as they would want to be treated.
  • Employ the best and brightest in the industry and embrace their passion, creativity, and ideas, while providing them with the latest technology.
  • Forge real partnerships with suppliers and subcontractors through better project management and fair bidding practices.
  • Adhere to a zero-tolerance hard-hat policy and implement industry-leading safety practices.
  • Think of the communities where projects are built as their own, focusing on enhancing them through sustainability practices and programs that give back.
  • Create and innovate by balancing art and science holistically and intelligently.
  • Tear down obstacles, outdated methods, and outdated thinking, replacing them with new ideas and transformational solutions.
  • See work through the eyes of the people who will use it every day.
  • Build powerful structures with impacts that reach far beyond the walls.

Environment + Sustainability

42%
Scope 1 & 2 Reduction Target
Targeting a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to the 2021 baseline.
51.6%
Scope 3 Per SF Reduction
Aiming to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and sold products by 51.6% per square foot by 2030.
95+
LEED-Certified Projects
Over 95 projects have been certified under the LEED program, showcasing commitment to sustainable design and construction.
4.85M tCO₂e
2023 Scope 3 Emissions
Reported Scope 3 emissions in 2023 amount to 4,852,977 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent.
  • Pledged to SBTi Net‑Zero Standard, targeting net‑zero GHG emissions.
  • 2023 reported emissions: Scope 1 14,487 tCO₂e; Scope 2 3,691 tCO₂e.
  • VP of Sustainability hired to oversee holistic emissions reduction strategy and sustainable training.
  • Pillars: energy & carbon, water & ecology, circular economy, wellbeing, innovation; 2023 progress on Scope 1 & 2 reduction and Scope 3 target‑setting.

Inclusion & Diversity

Over 360 Subcontractors
Diverse subcontractor network
Clayco maintains a network of over 360 prequalified minority- and women-owned (MBE/WBE) and other diverse subcontractors in 2023, reflecting a strong commitment to inclusive business practices.
275 Women Employees
Women's professional development
Clayco supports approximately 275 women employees through programs like ClaycoNOW, which focuses on networking, career development, and leadership empowerment.
20% DBE Goal Exceeded
Diverse business participation
Clayco achieved a 20% DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) goal on projects like Penn State East Halls Phase 2C, surpassing the required 15% target.
9% Construction Workforce
Women in construction
Reflecting broader industry trends, women make up just 9% of the U.S. construction workforce, but Clayco is committed to fostering equal opportunity through its inclusive culture.
  • A program breaking barriers of race, income, and gender for employees, MBE/WBE partners, and communities.
  • Active participation in workforce development through partnerships with organizations like CCDI, NSBE, NOMA, and the NAACP, along with internal initiatives like PIVOT and Clayco Connects.
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