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# Project Executive - Industrial Controls Group at Felix Construction

- **Company:** Felix Construction
- **Location:** Phoenix, AZ
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-07-20
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/felix-construction/4b2d1497-c025-407b-9a30-2f77e966590a

## Job description

Felix Construction has been building critical water and wastewater infrastructure since 1987, proudly serving the Phoenix and Dallas markets. We’ve kept the close, family-owned feel of our early days while earning the reputation and recognition of a leading general contractor.

Our projects are local, so you don’t live out of a suitcase — you live your life. This commitment to our team and values has earned us recognition as the #1 Top Workplace in Arizona and the #2 Top Workplace in the USA for midsize business in construction from USA Today/AZcentral.com.

And here’s what truly sets us apart: Felix is the only General Contractor in Arizona with in-house General Contracting, Electrical, and Industrial Controls UL508A-certified panel shop—all under one roof. We’ve grown into a $200M company with 400+ employee-owners by keeping it simple: work hard, work safe, and do it right.

We Build What Matters.

The Industrial Controls Project Executive owns the people, performance, and P&L health of the Industrial Controls Group's project portfolio. You are the operational leader who ensures our design teams, UL508A panel fabrication shop, and field integration crews deliver world-class control systems — safely, on schedule, and at or above budgeted margin. You will lead across the full project lifecycle: from proposal support and design release, through panel fabrication and factory acceptance testing (FAT), to site acceptance testing (SAT), commissioning, and warranty. You collaborate daily with end-users, engineers, designers, project managers, and panel fabricators, and you serve as the escalation point for client and commercial issues. This role reports directly to the Director of Industrial Automation and Controls and is a key leadership seat within the Industrial Controls Group, with a scorecard that cascades from the enterprise COO operating pillars. This is an onsite role: 5 days a week at the Felix office in Phoenix, AZ.

## What You'll Do

Leadership & People

- Manage, supervise, and develop department personnel across design and manufacturing teams; build a productive, accountable work environment.
- Provide mentorship, structured coaching, and career-path development; maintain a documented succession plan for every key seat in the group.
- Hire departmental staff in partnership with the HR Talent Acquisition group; own time-to-fill and quality-of-hire for the group.
- Delegate responsibilities with clear ownership and follow up to successful completion.

Operational Execution

- Ensure all projects are delivered on budget and on schedule; own monthly project reviews, earned-value tracking, and margin forecasting for the group's portfolio.
- Track and publish performance metrics for the design team and manufacturing team; drive labor utilization and panel shop throughput targets.
- Own resource planning: maintain a rolling 12-month staffing and shop-capacity plan aligned to backlog and pipeline.
- Enforce disciplined change management — all scope changes priced, approved, and documented before work is performed.

Client & Commercial

- Interface with internal and external clients to resolve issues; serve as the executive escalation point and own client-relationship health for the group.
- Support proposal development, estimating reviews, and go/no-go decisions with operational and capacity input.
- Partner with business development to convert delivery excellence into repeat work and negotiated backlog.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

- Ensure all panel fabrication complies with UL508A standards and applicable codes (NFPA 70, NFPA 79); maintain command of electrical drawings, control schematics, and engineering specifications.
- Own FAT/SAT quality gates: zero panels ship without documented, passing factory acceptance testing.
- Model and enforce Felix safety guidelines; ensure corrective actions are assigned, tracked, and closed within 48 hours; drive documented weekly safety observations and toolbox talks.

Technology & Continuous Improvement

- Maintain and advance the group's technology standards — PLC/HMI/SCADA platforms, panel design libraries, and documentation templates — to reduce engineering cycle time and rework.
- Drive continuous improvement in job processes, shop workflow, and cost; standardize what works and eliminate what doesn't.

## Who You Are

Required

- 4-year degree in engineering, project management, or construction management — or equivalent work experience.
- 5+ years of management experience in industrial electrical controls, automation, UL508A panel shop, or manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of electrical drawings, control schematics, engineering specifications, and the UL508A fabrication process.
- Demonstrated P&L or budget accountability with a track record of on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; proven ability to lead teams and work collaboratively to meet shared objectives.
- Initiative, attention to detail, positive attitude, and the ability to work autonomously.
- Legal right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship indefinitely; valid driver's license with a good driving record; pre-employment drug screen.

## Preferred

- Water/wastewater or municipal infrastructure controls experience (SCADA, instrumentation, pump station and treatment plant automation).
- Familiarity with Allen-Bradley and/or Modicon PLC and HMI platforms and industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Modbus).
- Experience leading FAT/SAT programs, commissioning, and startup in an integrator or design-build environment.
- PMP or equivalent project leadership credential.

## Why Join Felix Construction

Felix Construction is more than a company—we are an employer and contractor of choice with the leadership and infrastructure to sustainably execute on our growth and deliver on our brand promise. We provide the tools, support, and environment where talented individuals grow while delivering projects communities depend on. Don’t just find a job—build a future with Felix Construction. We offer:

Become an Owner, Not Just an Employee: As a 100% employee-owned company, our success is your success. Our ESOP program is the foundation of our culture, fostering a unique environment of shared accountability, commitment, and reward. Discretionary annual bonus program 401k with 6% employer match Rich benefits package with substantial employer contribution Generous Time Off Policy (PTO) 8 paid company holidays Professional development programs, team activities, and organized volunteer initiatives

## About Felix Construction

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Felix Construction is a full-service water and wastewater infrastructure contractor serving public and private clients across Arizona and Texas.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Employee-Owned via ESOP)
- **Headquarters**: Phoenix, Arizona, United States
- **Founded**: 1987
- **Founders**: Donald Felix

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Construction (water and wastewater infrastructure)
- **Target customers**: Municipalities, utility providers, and public agencies; B2B (government/enterprise)
- **Mission or purpose**: To deliver high-quality, reliable water infrastructure that communities can count on, while building a culture of integrity, teamwork, and shared purpose.

## Products & Services
- **General Contracting**: Full-service construction management including mechanical equipment installation, piping, civil site work, and structural concrete. Expertise in Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) and Design-Build (D-B) delivery methods.
- **Electrical Group**: In-house electrical installation, instrumentation, and controls for water and wastewater facilities. Includes a UL Certified Panel Shop (UL 508A & UL698A) that builds custom control panels for Felix projects and for clients nationwide.
- **Preconstruction & Estimating**: Cost modeling, project scheduling, construction evaluation, equipment procurement, and value engineering.
- **Maintenance & Equipment Shop**: Fleet and equipment maintenance to support job sites.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of $7.5M (LinkedIn estimate); Headcount of 126 employees (+28.1% YoY growth) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/felix-construction-company)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Employee-owned (ESOP); no external investors listed
- **Growth Signals**: 28.1% headcount growth year-over-year; expansion into Texas with an office in the Dallas-Fort Worth area; opened a new headquarters in Phoenix with three buildings; transitioned to employee ownership

## Competitive Advantages
- **Only water/wastewater contractor in Arizona with an in-house UL Certified Panel Shop** – enables custom control panel fabrication and faster project delivery.
- **Integrated civil and electrical services** under one roof, reducing coordination issues and improving efficiency.
- **Nearly 40 years of experience** in a specialized infrastructure niche with strong relationships with municipalities and public agencies.
- **Employee ownership** (ESOP) aligns incentives and fosters a long-term, family-oriented culture.

## Strategic Focus
- Organic growth in existing markets (Arizona and Texas) while maintaining quality and safety.
- Continued investment in in-house capabilities (panel shop, electrical, preconstruction) to differentiate from competitors.
- Attracting and retaining top talent through ESOP, career development, and a supportive culture.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Family-oriented, relaxed, and nurturing with an open-door policy. Employees are treated as valued team members, not just numbers. Strong emphasis on safety, quality, and community involvement. [felixconstruction.com](https://felixconstruction.com/culture/)
- **Remote/Hybrid/Office Policy**: On-site roles (field and office), with positions listed as on-site. Capacity for remote work not indicated.
- **Notable Perks & Benefits**:
  - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  - 401(k) with 6% company match
  - Annual bonus and holiday bonus (53rd Check)
  - Health, dental, vision insurance with COBRA reimbursement for 60-day waiting period
  - Parental leave, community service opportunities, tuition reimbursement
  - IECA Apprenticeships and in-house training
  - Safety glasses reimbursement (up to $300 annually for prescription ANSI Z87.1)
  - Quarterly social events, family picnic, Kids Day, Christmas party
  - Mentorship and on-the-job training for early-career professionals
- **Engineering/Career Development**: Emphasis on hands-on learning, mentorship, and clear growth paths. Job postings include Electrical Foreman, Superintendent, Journeyman Electrician, Project Engineer Intern, and more. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/felix-construction)

## Sources
1. [Felix Construction About Page](https://felixconstruction.com/about/)
2. [Felix Construction Careers Page](https://felixconstruction.com/careers/)
3. [Felix Construction Culture Page](https://felixconstruction.com/culture/)
4. [Felix Construction LinkedIn Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/company/felix-construction-company)
5. [Felix Construction Job Listings](https://jobs.lever.co/felix-construction)

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