Project Executive

Our client is seeking a Senior Project Manager or Project Executive to lead and grow their Richmond, VA operation, overseeing project delivery, team leadership, client relationships, and business performance. This is a unique opportunity for a construction leader to take ownership of an established office while helping shape its future growth and profitability. Client Details Our client is a well-established, family-owned specialty contractor with a reputation for delivering high-profile commercial projects through long-standing client relationships. The company offers the resources of a successful regional business combined with an entrepreneurial culture where high performers can rapidly advance into executive leadership. Description The Construction Project Executive - Richmond Division will: Lead day-to-day operations for the Richmond office and serve as the primary leadership presence. Manage and mentor project management, field, and administrative staff. Oversee a portfolio primarily focused on mission-critical and data center projects. Direct project execution from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives are met. Develop and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, owners, and repeat clients. Support business development efforts and identify opportunities to expand market share. Drive financial performance, profitability, and operational efficiency for the office. Recruit, hire, and develop project and field personnel as the office continues to grow. Collaborate closely with executive leadership to execute long-term growth initiatives. Establish the Richmond operation as a leading profit center within the organization. Profile The Construction Project Executive - Richmond Division will have: 10+ years of commercial construction project management experience. Proven experience managing large-scale projects, preferably within interiors, drywall, framing, or mission-critical/data center environments. Demonstrated leadership experience supervising project teams and field personnel. Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, project scheduling, and contract administration. Ability to develop client relationships and contribute to business growth. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to help grow and scale a business unit. Construction Management degree preferred but not required. Job Offer The Construction Project Executive - Richmond Division will receive: Rare opportunity to lead an entire office rather than simply manage projects. Defined growth path into Project Executive and ultimately Vice President leadership. Established backlog and strong client relationships provide immediate stability. Family-oriented culture with direct access to executive leadership. Ability to build and shape your own team while driving long-term business growth. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.