Project Executive

Samet

$100K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Construction Management
  • 10-12 years of commercial construction experience
  • Strong leadership in construction operations and financial oversight
  • Experience in building high-performing teams
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • LEED AP or Green Associate certification (preferred)
  • Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

  • Lead project success with a focus on financial performance and quality control
  • Mentor and coach project teams including managers and engineers
  • Establish and maintain strong partnerships with stakeholders
  • Drive innovation through process improvement initiatives
  • Support business development with technical expertise

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time off
  • Parental leave
  • Comprehensive Benefits Coverage: HSA & Traditional
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Rewards
  • 401K with company match
  • Long and short term disability
Full Job Description
Join a Family. Build a Legacy.

For over 60 years, Samet has been more than a construction company-we're a tight-knit team delivering exceptional commercial, industrial, educational, multi-family, and healthcare projects across the region. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Project Executive in Charlotte, NC who's ready to lead with impact.

What You'll Do:

As a Project Executive, you'll be the driving force behind project success-mentoring teams, ensuring flawless execution, and delivering results that exceed expectations. Your role includes:
  • Leading with excellence across all project phases-from financial performance and quality control to safety, scheduling, and risk management
  • Coaching the next generation of construction leaders, including project managers, engineers, and superintendents
  • Building strong partnerships with owners, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure seamless project delivery
  • Driving innovation through continuous improvement initiatives that elevate our standards
  • Supporting business development efforts by providing technical expertise to win new opportunities

You'll embody Samet's Core Values-Service, Quality, Innovation, Trust, and Safety-while fostering collaboration and accountability at every level.

What You Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Construction Management
  • 10-12 years of commercial construction experience with a track record of leading successful projects
  • Deep expertise in construction operations, financial oversight, and team leadership
  • Proven ability to build high-performing teams and develop talent
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • LEED AP or Green Associate certification (preferred)
  • Valid driver's license

Samet is a leader in construction and real estate development services headquartered in Greensboro, NC, with a market focus on Commercial, Industrial, Healthcare, Education, and Multi-Family Housing. Founded in 1961, Samet is an ENR Top 400 Contractor, with offices located in Greensboro, Charlotte, Wilmington, & Raleigh, NC, Savannah, GA and Charleston, SC. Our projects are found throughout NC, SC, GA and VA.

As a Member of the Samet Team, you can expect:
  • Generous Paid Time off
  • Parental leave
  • Comprehensive Benefits Coverage: HSA & Traditional
  • Great Team & Culture Environment
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Rewards
  • 401K with company match
  • Long and short term disability

EOE

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