Construction Project Executive

Columbus, OH

$/yr - $/yr

My client is a highly respected Top ENR general contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial, industrial, institutional, and advanced manufacturing projects across Ohio and the Midwest. Known for their exceptional culture, strong leadership team, and true work‑life balance, they continue to grow their Columbus operations and are expanding both the Commercial and Industrial groups.

• Project Executive – Commercial Construction
• Project Executive – Industrial Construction

As a Project Executive, you will provide executive‑level leadership across multiple large‑scale projects, driving operational excellence, building long‑term client relationships, and mentoring the next generation of project leaders. You’ll oversee everything from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered with outstanding quality, safety, and profitability.

• Oversee multiple commercial or industrial projects, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget, high‑quality delivery
• Serve as the primary client‑facing leader, building and maintaining strong partnerships
• Lead teams of PMs, APMs, PEs, and Superintendents with an emphasis on collaboration and accountability
• Guide preconstruction efforts, including budgeting, planning, scope reviews, and risk analysis
• Manage financial reporting, forecasting, and overall project profitability
• Ensure safety, quality, and contractual compliance across all projects
• Support business development, major pursuits, and long‑term client growth
• Foster a strong, positive team culture while developing future leaders within the organization

• 8+ years of commercial construction experience
• Proven background leading $10M–$100M+ commercial, institutional, or mixed‑use projects
• Strong client management and financial leadership abilities
• 8+ years in industrial, advanced manufacturing, mission critical, or related sectors
• Experience overseeing large‑scale industrial programs or projects $50M–$300M+
• Strong technical understanding of industrial systems, logistics planning, and fast‑track schedules
• Leadership experience developing and mentoring project teams
• Advanced knowledge of project financials, contracts, risk, and operations
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and related software

• Top ENR contractor with long‑term stability in Central Ohio
• Competitive compensation + annual bonus + full benefits + 401(k) match
• High‑impact leadership role with direct access to senior leadership
• A culture built on trust, transparency, and employee development
• True work‑life balance rarely found at this level of responsibility
• Opportunity to shape major commercial or industrial market sectors in Columbus

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance

Senior‑level – Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

– Full‑time

Job function – Project Management, Construction

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