Project Executive

W.M. Schlosser Co. Inc.•Edmonston, MD

1d•$145,000 - $175,000

About The Position

W.M. Schlosser Company, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Executive to provide executive leadership across a portfolio of complex, multi-disciplined construction projects. This role is ideal for a strategic leader who excels at developing high-performing teams, strengthening client relationships, driving operational excellence, and delivering successful project outcomes. The Project Executive serves as a trusted partner to project teams, clients, and executive leadership while ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and profitably.

Requirements

Minimum of 15 years of progressive construction management experience.
Minimum of 5 years of in a senior leadership role overseeing multiple projects and teams.
Proven success managing large, complex construction projects and client relationships.
Strong leadership, coaching, communication, financial, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to influence stakeholders and build high-performing teams.
All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers, Engineers, and Operations staff.
Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and high performance.
Coach emerging leaders and support succession planning across the organization.
Foster employee engagement, professional development, and long-term career growth.
Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, consultants, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.
Serve as the executive point of contact for strategic projects and client partnerships.
Lead executive-level communications, problem resolution, and project reviews.
Ensure transparency, trust, and alignment throughout project execution.
Provide executive oversight of multiple projects, ensuring excellence in safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance.
Monitor project health, resource allocation, risk exposure, and operational efficiency.
Support project teams in resolving complex contractual, technical, and operational challenges.
Drive consistency through best practices, standardized processes, and performance metrics.