Construction Project Executive

Description

Company Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a global $150M professional services firm that offers integrated forensic consulting, expert witness services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory consulting to a myriad of markets and industries. Our brand purpose is to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do, continuously learn, and take pride in your work.

Vertex is seeking a Project Executive who will be responsible for the successful delivery and financial performance of complex construction projects, with a focus on K-12, municipal, and public safety facilities. This role provides executive oversight from preconstruction through closeout, serving as the primary client advocate while leading high‑performing project teams, driving operational excellence, and supporting strategic growth initiatives. The ideal candidate brings deep experience delivering public‑sector projects, strong financial and risk management acumen, and the leadership presence to build trusted relationships with owners, partners, and internal teams.

• Maintain executive responsibility for the performance of assigned construction programs and projects, including revenue generation, profitability, utilization, and overall financial outcomes.
• Partner with senior leadership to meet or exceed annual business plans and budget targets for assigned markets, programs, or practice areas.
• Serve as a senior leader in business development by identifying new opportunities, leading pursuits, supporting proposal strategy, and participating in client interviews and negotiations.
• Build, maintain, and expand long‑term relationships with owners, developers, and key stakeholders; identify opportunities to expand services and grow accounts.
• Represent the firm with current and prospective clients and at industry events, reinforcing the firm’s reputation for quality, integrity, and execution excellence.
• Identify emerging market opportunities and delivery trends and communicate insights to executive leadership for strategic consideration.
• Lead and align project teams around clear objectives and key results (OKRs), ensuring accountability and performance across all levels.
• Participate in executive‑level staffing and resource planning decisions to support current and future project demands.
• Travel as required to support project, client, and business development needs.

• Provide executive oversight of construction projects to ensure delivery in accordance with contract requirements, schedule commitments, budgets, and quality standards.
• Act as the senior client representative, accountable for client satisfaction and rapid resolution of project, operational, or performance issues.
• Monitor and manage project and program financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, utilization, and accounts receivable.
• Establish and enforce quality control standards for construction delivery, documentation, and reporting.
• Proactively identify project risks and challenges and elevate appropriately while driving timely, effective solutions.
• Ensure all project operations comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Foster collaboration across internal teams, consultants, subcontractors, and partners to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Support and implement strategic initiatives that advance the firm’s operational excellence and growth objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related technical discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 10 years of construction industry experience, including leadership of large, complex projects or programs.
• Demonstrated success managing P&L, project portfolios, and high‑value client relationships.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop project leaders and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong executive presence with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Deep…