Project Executive

About Hedrick Brothers Construction

Founded in 1979, Hedrick Brothers Construction is a family-owned commercial general contractor headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, with offices in Winter Park, Stuart, and Miami. For more than 45 years, we have built across Florida in hospitality, multifamily, industrial, healthcare, and public-sector markets, delivering projects ranging from $5 million to $160 million.

Our work is guided by our GRIT values—Growth, Resourcefulness, Integrity, and Team—and a culture focused on doing right by our people, trade partners, and clients.

The Project Executive provides strategic leadership and oversight for multiple project teams, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and with maximum return. This senior leadership role combines operational management, business development, risk management, and team development.

• Lead project teams to achieve project goals while following established management processes and company standards.
• Oversee division performance, profitability, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Present project updates during monthly Project Executive Reviews.
• Analyze budgets, forecasts, proposals, and business trends to support decision-making.
• Drive process improvements, identify risks, and champion company culture and values.

• Support pursuit and proposal efforts for negotiated, design-build, CM, and bid projects.
• Develop qualifications, presentations, and marketing materials.
• Qualify leads, cultivate client and trade partner relationships, and collaborate with Preconstruction on project pursuits.
• Participate in or lead pursuit strategies from opportunity identification through award.

• Advise on contract negotiation, administration, and risk management in partnership with executive leadership, the CFO, and General Counsel.
• Maintain alignment between project priorities and company objectives.

• Promote a strong safety culture in partnership with the Safety team.
• Support quality assurance and quality control efforts across projects.
• Mentor, coach, and develop Project Managers and their teams.
• Conduct performance evaluations and oversee employee development.
• Approve team time submissions and expense reports.

• Bachelor's degree required;
  Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of construction management experience required; 12+ years preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities.
• Financial and operational expertise, including budgeting, forecasting, and business development.
• Proven ability to build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams.
• Valid Florida driver's license and reliable transportation.

This role involves both office and active construction site environments. Team members must be able to navigate jobsites, including uneven terrain, ladders, and scaffolding; work at a computer for extended periods; and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. The position requires the ability to safely operate in construction environments and effectively communicate on active jobsites. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Performance-based bonus and profit-sharing opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, company holidays, and paid parental leave
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Annual company apparel stipend
• Professional development and certification support
• Clear advancement opportunities within a collaborative, GRIT-driven culture

Hedrick Brothers Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.