Construction Project Executive

Client/Company:

My client is a highly respected Top ENR general contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial, industrial, institutional, and advanced manufacturing projects across Ohio and the Midwest. Known for their exceptional culture, strong leadership team, and true work-life balance, they continue to grow their Columbus operations and are expanding both their Commercial and Industrial groups. They are seeking two high-impact leaders: Project Executive – Commercial Construction and Project Executive – Industrial Construction

Compensation: $145K-$200K+ base and full benefits

Role Overview

As a Project Executive, you will provide executive-level leadership across multiple large-scale projects, driving operational excellence, building long-term client relationships, and mentoring the next generation of project leaders. You’ll oversee everything from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered with outstanding quality, safety, and profitability.

This is a high-visibility role with direct impact on company growth and strategic market positioning.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee multiple commercial or industrial projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget, high-quality delivery

Serve as the primary client-facing leader, building and maintaining strong partnerships

Lead teams of PMs, APMs, PEs, and Superintendents with an emphasis on collaboration and accountability

Guide preconstruction efforts, including budgeting, planning, scope reviews, and risk analysis

Manage financial reporting, forecasting, and overall project profitability

Ensure safety, quality, and contractual compliance across all projects

Support business development, major pursuits, and long-term client growth

Foster a strong, positive team culture while developing future leaders within the organization

Qualifications

Commercial Project Executive:

8+ years of commercial construction experience

Proven background leading $10M–$100M+ commercial, institutional, or mixed-use projects

Strong client management and financial leadership abilities

Industrial Project Executive:

8+ years in industrial, advanced manufacturing, mission critical, or related sectors

Experience overseeing large-scale industrial programs or projects $50M–$300M+

Strong technical understanding of industrial systems, logistics planning, and fast-track schedules

Both roles require:

Leadership experience developing and mentoring project teams

Advanced knowledge of project financials, contracts, risk, and operations

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and related software

Why Join My Client?

Top ENR contractor with long-term stability in Central Ohio

Competitive compensation + annual bonus + full benefits + 401(k) match

High-impact leadership role with direct access to senior leadership

A culture built on trust, transparency, and employee development

True work-life balance rarely found at this level of responsibility

Opportunity to shape major commercial or industrial market sectors in Columbus

If you're a seasoned Project Executive or a Senior Project Manager ready to step into a leadership role, this is an opportunity that rarely becomes available. I’d be happy to share more details or set up a confidential conversation.