Project Executive

Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for a role, Project Executive.

We are seeking a Project Executive to provide strategic leadership for a large portfolio of projects while mentoring and developing a high-performing project management team. This individual will be responsible for driving project execution, financial performance, operational excellence, and talent development across multiple complex projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide executive oversight for a portfolio of large-scale construction projects.
• Drive project profitability, forecasting accuracy, and overall financial performance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers and senior project leaders.
• Serve as a trusted coach and resource to project teams, helping solve complex project challenges.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company objectives.
• Collaborate with operations, finance, and field leadership to optimize project outcomes.
• Participate in staffing, resource planning, and organizational development initiatives.
• Champion continuous improvement and best practices throughout project operations.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong financial acumen with responsibility for project forecasting, budgeting, and profitability.
• Experience overseeing large-scale construction projects, including projects exceeding $10M in value and portfolios exceeding $30M.
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on project support when needed.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and executive presence.
• Experience within general contracting, construction management, mechanical contracting, industrial construction, infrastructure, or related project-based environments.
• A humble, team-oriented leadership style with a passion for coaching and developing others.

Preferred Background: Experience from mechanical construction, MEP contracting, HVAC/plumbing contracting, industrial construction, process piping, mission-critical construction, advanced manufacturing facilities, or related project-driven environments.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a financially strong organization experiencing significant growth and continued project success.
• Lead an established team while helping shape the next generation of project leaders.
• Work for a company known for investing in employee development and internal advancement.
• Opportunity to oversee high-profile commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, government, and infrastructure projects.
• Competitive compensation package, performance bonus opportunity, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits.

If you're interested in leading complex projects, developing high-performing teams, and making a significant impact within a growing organization, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

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