Project Executive

Job Description

Job Description

About C. Herman Construction

C. Herman Construction is a general contracting company that specializes in multifamily and mixed-used development. In eight short years, we have grown our client base across the Southeast from relationships and referrals alone, and built projects totaling more than $400 million. Our company is built on a foundation of integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering high-quality projects. As an employee-owned company (ESOP), we prioritize our team’s success, offering a rewarding work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

C. Herman Construction is licensed in NC, SC and GA with offices in Charlotte, Wilmington, Raleigh, Greenville, SC, and Charleston, SC. Come make your mark in a growing company alongside other dedicated, determined, growth driven professionals!

Job Summary

The Project Executive is a senior leader of C. Herman's project delivery organization within a market. This role is responsible for strategic oversight from pursuit through closeout, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, safety, and client satisfaction across multiple projects.

The Project Executive is a seasoned construction leader who excels at building high-performing teams, fostering strong client relationships, and delivering complex multifamily projects with consistency and integrity. As a Project Executive, you will serve as a trusted advisor to Directors and C-Suite individuals while mentoring the next generation of construction professionals.

Key Job Responsibilities

Executive Leadership & Project Oversight

• Lead multifamily projects through all phases, from preconstruction and contract execution through closeout and warranty.
• Provide strategic oversight across financial performance, quality control, scheduling, safety, and risk management.
• Oversee multiple project teams simultaneously, ensuring alignment with company goals, staffing plans, and resource needs.
• Provide direct, day-to-day oversight of field operations through regular site presence and active engagement with project teams and trade partners.

Financial & Operational Excellence

• Maintain full accountability for project profitability, cost control, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Review monthly financials, validate projections, and ensure timely owner billing and collections.
• Drive operational consistency and continuous improvement across all assigned projects.

Preconstruction & Risk Management

• Assist preconstruction efforts, including scope reviews, work package validation, and subcontractor and supplier selection.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks through proactive planning and issue resolution.
• Ensure contracts, delivery methods, and project execution strategies are aligned with business objectives.

Talent Development & Culture

• Mentor and develop Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and emerging leaders.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and career development support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in multifamily construction, including leadership of complex projects.
• Proven ability to lead multiple project teams and deliver consistent financial and operational results.
• Strong understanding of construction operations, contracts, risk management, and delivery methods.
• Demonstrated success building client relationships and supporting business development efforts.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to professionally resolve issues with clients, subcontractors, and other third parties in a timely manner.
• Proficiency with construction management and office productivity software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project or other web-based or mobile document and project management solutions.
• Experience with Procore Construction Management software preferred
• Act in a manner of integrity that shows support for C. Herman Construction, our core values, while maintaining constant focus on meeting/exceeding client requirements and expectations

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to walk, stand, and move throughout active construction sites for extended periods of time, including navigating uneven terrain, climbing ladders and stairs, and working safely in dynamic jobsite environments. The employee must be able to lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds as needed and be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.