Project Executive

About Deacon

Deacon Construction, LLC is a leading general contractor with over four decades of experience and offices in California, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. We specialize in Multifamily, Industrial, Retail, Commercial, Hospitality, and Senior Living construction.

Location: Vancouver, WA

Reports to: General Manager

Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

Deacon is known for building long‑term relationships, delivering quality projects, and fostering a culture that values integrity, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. We are a growing company that remains grounded in its people. We take pride in knowing one another, celebrating wins together, and recognizing that every role plays a part in our success. Deacon continues to grow, but we’ve held on to the sense of connection and care that has defined us since the beginning.

As we expand into Vancouver and the Southwest Washington region, we are seeking an experienced, highly motivated Project Executive to lead operations, build relationships, and supportacon’s growth in this exciting new market.

The Project Executive is a senior leadership role responsible for guiding multiple projects and teams to successful completion. This position provides oversight in operations, financial performance, client relationships, and team development. The Project Executive ensures Deacon’s values and standards are reflected in every project while mentoring the next generation of leaders.

We’re seeking a construction professional with deep knowledge of project execution and a proven ability to lead teams through complex work. The ideal candidate brings strong operational insight, exceptional communication skills, and a local network within the Vancouver and Southwest Washington construction community.

• Lead multiple projects through all phases, from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring alignment with Deacon’s expectations for quality, safety, schedule, and financial performance.
• Oversee project teams, including project managers, engineers, superintendents, and field operations staff, managing workload and ensuring resources are effectively allocated.
• Build and maintain lasting relationships with owners, developers, architects, and trade partners, serving as a trusted representative of Deacon.
• Collaborate with business development and estimating teams to pursue new work, participate in presentations, and contribute to proposal development and contract negotiations.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members through regular feedback, guidance, and training, promoting professional growth and accountability.
• Maintain a detailed, hands‑on understanding of each project’s requirements, progress, and financial position.
• Oversee cost control, billings, collections, and change management, ensuring projects remain financially sound and compliant with contract terms.
• Partner with preconstruction to review budgets, value engineering options, and risk assessments, ensuring smooth transitions into project execution.
• Actively engage with field operations and self‑perform teams, providing guidance, removing barriers, and supporting safety and productivity goals.
• Contribute to regional operations planning, including staffing, forecasting, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Represent Deacon in the local market through association involvement, community engagement, and industry leadership.

• 15+ years of progressive construction experience with demonstrated success managing multiple large‑scale commercial, multifamily, or mixed‑use projects.
• Proven experience leading diverse project teams and developing people into future leaders.
• Strong technical understanding of construction processes, project controls, cost management, and risk assessment.
• Exceptional ability to build relationships with clients, design teams, and trade partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with project management and cost control platforms such as Procore, CMiC, and workforce planning software such as Bridgit Bench.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field.
• Established network within the Vancouver and Southwest…