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Project Executive - Building Engineering

Full-time

Gresham, Smith and Partners

About UsAt Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.Why Gresham Smith?When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.About YouWe’re looking for someone who has:Bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience; professional licensure (PE or RA) preferred.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead, develop, and deliver persuasive presentations that build client confidence and win work.Demonstrated success managing multi-disciplinary projects (e.g., higher education, healthcare, industrial, commercial) with highly satisfied clients.Evidence of strong team leadership, consistently high-quality deliverables, and reliable financial outcomes.Proven ability to develop new client relationships and maintain healthy, long-term partnerships.Operational acumen and a commitment to quality in driving projects and executing deliverables.Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.About the RoleWe are seeking a Project Executive for our Building Engineering market with experience winning and managing multi-disciplinary engineering projects and clients. As a Project Executive, you will:Develop and execute tactical plans to identify and secure strategic clients and partnershipsFoster and expand existing client relationships to drive satisfaction, retention, and growthCoordinate with the Executive Vice President (EVP) to prioritize and pursue opportunities that advance market growthSuccessfully win new work; help build our client portfolio.Win new work and expand the client portfolio through positioning, proposals, interviews, and negotiationsMonitor market trends and forecast skills and capabilities required to meet evolving client needsMaintain strong client relationships while providing operational insight to drive project performanceDefine project goals and clearly communicate expectations to ensure scope, schedule, budget, and quality are metGuide Project Managers and teams to consistently achieve client expectations and deliverablesDemonstrate credible leadership with strong technical, project delivery, and client management expertiseApply professional persuasion and effective negotiation to secure favorable outcomesYour work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.Join UsIf you’re excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.Here’s what you can expect:Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.Competitive Benefits:Flexible Schedules & Generous PTOHealthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)401(k) with Company MatchShort- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&DSupplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft InsuranceFamily Planning and Parental LeaveMass/Public Transit ProgramTelemedicine and Employee Assistance ProgramGresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!GRESHAM SMITH does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, search firms, or agencies. No referral or recruiter fees will be paid without a fully executed GRESHAM PLACEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) in advance. Submissions made without a PSA may be recruited and hired by GRESHAM SMITH with no financial obligation to the submitting party. Any such unsolicited resumes or candidate information—sent to hiring managers or any employee—become the property of GRESHAM SMITH.Job SummaryRequisition Number: PROJE003824Job Category: EngineeringSchedule: Full-Time

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