Project Executive

Hedrick Brothers Construction•West Palm Beach, FL

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Minimum 8 years of construction management experience required
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.
Must be able to navigate jobsites, including uneven terrain, ladders, and scaffolding.
Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods.
Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to safely operate in construction environments and effectively communicate on active jobsites.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred
12+ years of construction management experience preferred
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

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.