Project Executive - MEP (Electrical & Mechanical)Location: Houston, Texas
Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000
Role Summary Seeking an experienced Project Executive with 15+ years of commercial MEP construction experience to provide senior leadership across project execution, business development, contract management, and team development.
This individual will be ultimately responsible for high-level execution, financial performance, risk management, and customer satisfaction for one or multiple complex MEP projects. The role requires a hands-on leader who can manage key projects, bring in new work through client relationships, and mentor junior Project Managers and Sales Managers on best-in-class project delivery.
Projects will span commercial, institutional, industrial, and specialty/technical facilities, including new construction, design-build, renovations, and complex retrofit work.
Core Responsibilities Project & Operational Leadership - Provide executive oversight and accountability for the execution, financial performance, and delivery of complex electrical and mechanical projects.
- Maintain full, hands-on knowledge of project scope, requirements, schedules, budgets, and deliverables at all times.
- Lead project controls including cost management, forecasting, change management, billing, collections, and monthly status reporting.
- Ensure projects meet contractual obligations, quality standards, safety requirements, and customer expectations.
- Serve as the primary escalation point for project risks, scope issues, and execution challenges.
- Hold full accountability for project completion, profitability, risk mitigation, and client satisfaction.
Team Leadership & Mentorship - Lead and manage project teams including Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, Coordinators, and field leadership.
- Mentor, develop, and train junior Project Managers and Sales Managers on how to properly run and sell projects.
- Set execution standards and reinforce disciplined project management practices across the organization.
- Lead by example in professionalism, accountability, communication, and execution rigor.
- Support staffing decisions, performance management, and team development in partnership with leadership.
Business Development & Client Engagement - Actively participate in business development efforts, leveraging an established network to bring in new electrical and mechanical work.
- Build and maintain senior-level relationships with owners, developers, general contractors, and facility stakeholders.
- Support contract negotiations, scope alignment, risk review, and insurance requirements.
- Partner with estimating and preconstruction teams during pursuits, pricing reviews, and design-build engagements.
- Serve as a key point of contact with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
Regional & Organizational Leadership - Participate in regional operations, staffing strategy, business planning, and process improvement initiatives.
- Support preconstruction efforts and help align sales commitments with execution realities.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of project delivery systems, controls, and standards.
Qualifications - 15+ years of experience in commercial MEP construction, with progressive responsibility at the Project Manager or Project Executive level.
- Strong background in electrical and/or mechanical construction, with exposure to complex, multi-discipline projects.
- Demonstrated ability to manage large, complex projects and multiple teams simultaneously.
- Proven success mentoring and developing project and sales professionals.
- Deep understanding of construction contracts, cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.
- Strong working knowledge of building systems and MEP construction processes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management, cost control, and scheduling software (e.g., Prolog, CMIC, Primavera, or similar platforms).
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong communication skills, leadership presence, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
- Detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits - Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) Plan
