Project Executive - Commercial/Industrial

Elford

$125K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive commercial construction experience.
  • Successful management of multiple large and complex projects simultaneously.
  • Strong financial acumen and budgeting experience.
  • Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Proficient in construction management software like Procore or Primavera P6.

Responsibilities

  • Provide executive leadership for multiple commercial and industrial construction projects.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and project partners.
  • Lead project strategy from preconstruction through closeout.
  • Oversee project budgets, schedules, and staffing.
  • Mentor and develop Project Managers and project teams.
  • Partner with estimating and preconstruction teams for project planning.
  • Identify and resolve project challenges while ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and mentoring.
  • Collaborative team environment with high-performing individuals.
  • Exposure to strategic project leadership in a reputable firm.
  • Involvement in business development and client relationship cultivation.
  • Access to advanced construction management tools and software.
Full Job Description
Job Details

Elford is seeking an experienced Project Executive to lead large-scale Commercial & Industrial construction projects from preconstruction through completion. This is a senior leadership role responsible for building strong client relationships, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

As a Project Executive, you'll provide strategic oversight for multiple projects while partnering with operations, estimating, field leadership, and executive leadership to drive operational excellence and support continued business growth.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide executive leadership for multiple commercial and industrial construction projects.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, design partners, subcontractors, and internal teams.
  • Lead project strategy from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring successful planning, execution, and delivery.
  • Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing, risk management, and overall financial performance.
  • Mentor and develop Project Managers while fostering collaboration across project teams.
  • Partner with estimating and preconstruction teams during pursuits, budgeting, and project planning.
  • Identify and resolve project challenges while maintaining client satisfaction and operational excellence.
  • Ensure compliance with company safety standards, quality expectations, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support business development efforts by cultivating existing client relationships and identifying new opportunities.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive commercial construction experience, including leadership of large, complex projects.
  • Proven success managing multiple commercial and industrial construction projects simultaneously.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing project budgets, forecasting, and overall project performance.
  • Experience leading and developing high-performing project teams.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Working knowledge of construction management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and delivering exceptional client service.

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