James Nixon

General Contractor Leader

United States

About

Construction executive with 30+ years of experience in commercial construction, general contracting, and project leadership. Experienced in managing large-scale projects, leading construction teams, and delivering complex developments with a focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Experience

  • Vice President of Construction / General Contractor Executive at Bechtel Corporation
    2024 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

    Provide executive leadership for construction operations, strategic planning, project delivery, and contractor management.

  • Director of Construction at AECOM
    Jul 2017 - Dec 2023 · 6 yrs 6 mos

    Directed construction operations across multiple projects, overseeing project delivery, financial performance, risk management, and construction teams. Managed relationships with clients, contractors, engineers, and government stakeholders.

  • Senior Construction Manager at DPR Construction
    Jan 2009 - Jul 2017 · 8 yrs 7 mos

    Led large-scale commercial construction projects, managing project teams, budgets, schedules, and subcontractor relationships. Oversaw complex projects including corporate facilities, healthcare buildings, and high-value developments.

  • Construction Project Manager at Skanska
    Jun 2000 - Dec 2008 · 8 yrs 7 mos

    Managed commercial construction projects including scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and client communication. Successfully delivered multiple projects while maintaining safety standards and operational efficiency.

  • Construction Project Manager at Turner Construction Company
    Jun 1995 - May 2000 · 5 yrs

    Supported commercial construction projects by coordinating subcontractors, tracking project schedules, preparing reports, and assisting senior project managers