Project Executive

Jamerson-Lewis Construction, Inc.

$120K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated executive-level leadership and people management skills.
  • Proven experience in demanding growth environments with a focus on quality.
  • 10+ years of senior construction management experience managing projects over $40M.
  • Strong ability in budget management and cross-functional coordination.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee construction execution for a portfolio of projects to ensure design intent, budget, and schedule are met.
  • Develop and implement pursuit strategies for new client relationships.
  • Mentor and build capacity for Project Managers and emerging leaders.
  • Set and uphold high standards for schedule, quality, safety, and financial performance across all projects.
  • Conduct regular travel to various project sites in Central Virginia.

Benefits

  • Company vehicle or stipend provided.
  • Comprehensive medical and dental benefits.
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions.
  • Paid time off for work-life balance.
  • Employee Assistance Program available for support.
  • Incentive through an annual bonus plan.
Full Job Description
Position Description

The Project Executive holds ultimate responsibility and ownership for multiple projects and/or sectors throughout the entire project lifecycle. This is a senior leadership position for a commercial construction professional with strong experience leading and developing teams. This is an in-office position in based at our Charlottesville, VA office, with regular travel to project sites in Central Virginia.

  • Holds total ownership for construction execution across an assigned portfolio of projects ensuring each meets design intent, budget, and schedule commitments.
  • Leads pursuit strategy for new client relationships and stewards existing ones.
  • Mentors Project Managers, Superintendents, and emerging leaders, building the bench for the company's continued growth.
  • Sets and enforces standards for schedule, quality, safety, financial performance, and client experience across all assigned projects.


Position Requirements

Skills & Competencies

  • Demonstrated executive-level leadership, people management, and problem-solving ability.
  • Proven ability to perform in a demanding growth environment while maintaining commitment to quality and performance.
  • Experience managing budgets, procurement, and cross-functional coordination across business areas.
  • Sound independent judgment, with the ability to identify problems early and recommend solutions.
  • Self-starter who operates effectively with minimal direction in a complex, changing environment.
  • High degree of organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail


Experience, Education, & Certifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Building Science, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of field construction management experience at a senior management level, including managing projects exceeding $40M.
  • Demonstrated experience across preconstruction, field supervision, and project management.
  • Must possess working knowledge of or a willingness to learn: Outlook, Word, Excel, Bluebeam, ProjectSight, and Viewpoint.


What We Offer

  • Competitive Pay
  • Company vehicle or stipend
  • Medical and Dental Benefits
  • 401(k) with a company contribution
  • Paid Time-Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Referral Bonus
  • Access to annual bonus plan


Salary

  • $120,000 - $150,000 USD / year


Working Conditions:

This is a office-based executive role with frequent travel to active project sites, full time. Must have the ability to crawl, climb, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, crouch, stand for longs periods of time, lift and hold in excess of 25lbs, talk, hear and occasionally sit. Must have the ability to withstand confined spaces and or/extreme heights while negotiating tasks at hand in a safe manner to themselves and/or others. Subject to hot, cold, humid and wet conditions depending on location.

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