Project Executive

CareerPaths NW

$150K — $200K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years experience in mechanical project management or similar role
  • Degree in Construction Management or relevant engineering discipline preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to accurately estimate mechanical construction work
  • Proven leadership skills with experience fostering positive work environments
  • Advanced organization and time management skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • High attention to detail, minimizing errors in financial outcomes
  • Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD, and CRM tools

Responsibilities

  • Develop new business opportunities in Healthcare, Laboratories, and Life Sciences sectors
  • Serve as a subject matter expert, keeping current on industry trends and competitor activities
  • Create and maintain Market Plans for targeted vertical markets
  • Build and sustain relationships with clients and key accounts
  • Lead development of RFPs and RFQs
  • Participate in client interviews and presentations as needed
  • Produce conceptual estimates during early project phases
  • Maintain and update budgets through the preconstruction phase
  • Communicate detailed estimates to the construction teams effectively
  • Conduct feasibility studies on third-party designs
  • Consult on facility design to align with client expectations
  • Review budget estimates for accuracy
  • Understand and apply established project management processes
  • Adhere to professional standards and company's core values

Benefits

  • Opportunity for leadership role in a growing organization
  • Chance to make a meaningful impact in Healthcare and Life Sciences sectors
  • Involvement in business development and client relationships
  • Potential for supervisory responsibilities
  • Engagement in professional coaching and development opportunities
Full Job Description
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  • June 3, 2026


Engineering / HVAC , Management , Seattle , Seattle Engineering / HVAC , Seattle Management

Compensation: $150K-$200K DOE
Location: Lynnwood, WA

As a Project Executive, you will play a pivotal role in expanding market presence and revenue by driving business development, managing key client relationships, and overseeing the full lifecycle of mechanical construction projects - from preconstruction estimating through design consultation and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop new business opportunities within the Healthcare, Laboratories, and Life Sciences vertical markets.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in assigned vertical markets, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of trends, news, stakeholders, competitors, and industry events.
  • Share responsibility for the development and maintenance of the Market Plan for vertical markets, in coordination with internal stakeholders across multiple lines of business.
  • Develop, manage, and maintain client relationships and accounts.
  • Lead and/or assist in the development of RFP and RFQ responses.
  • Participate in client interviews and presentations.
  • Develop proficient conceptual estimates at early project stages.
  • Accurately maintain and update budgets throughout the preconstruction phase.
  • Communicate and turn over complete, detailed estimates to the construction team.
  • Perform construction feasibility studies on third-party designs.
  • Consult with clients on facility design, facilitating the design process throughout preconstruction to deliver budget-based designs that meet client needs.
  • Perform and/or manage design work as needed.
  • Review budget estimates for accuracy and completeness.
  • Understand and follow established project management processes as applicable.
  • Uphold professional standards and core company values at all times.
  • Maintain regular attendance and punctuality as essential job functions.
  • Depending on experience and client expectations, may be required to perform the functions of a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager for specific projects.

Secondary Responsibilities

  • Assist in the bid process and procurement of new work.
  • Procure, develop, and maintain client contacts and relationships.
  • Participate in professional coaching and development processes.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Demonstrated ability to accurately estimate mechanical construction work.
  • Proven ability to lead teams and foster a positive working environment.
  • Strong understanding and communication of basic mechanical concepts.
  • Advanced organizational and time management skills.
  • High attention to detail, recognizing that errors can result in significant financial consequences.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Results-driven work ethic with the ability to manage multiple job responsibilities simultaneously.
  • Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Project, Access, AutoCAD, PowerPoint, and CRM platforms.

Supervisory Responsibility

  • May be required to supervise Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Estimators.
  • May oversee the marketing effort on proposals.

Preferred Education and Experience

  • A minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a mechanical project manager or in a similar role.
  • A degree in Construction Management or Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering is preferred.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced mechanical construction professional with a passion for business development and a proven track record of managing complex projects, we encourage you to apply. This is an exceptional opportunity to take on a leadership role within a growing organization and make a meaningful impact in the Healthcare and Life Sciences construction markets. Take the next step in your career - apply today!

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