Project Executive

Southland Industries • Sacramento, CA

5d • $165,949 - $202,826

About The Position

The Project Executive is the senior leader responsible for delivering Southland Industries’ most complex, high-profile, and strategically important construction projects. The role provides executive oversight of project performance, client relationships, financial outcomes, risk management, and team development, and serves as Southland’s primary representative to owners, partners, and other key stakeholders. The Project Executive leads project teams from preconstruction and procurement through commissioning and closeout, with a focus on safe, profitable delivery, operational excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

As a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams, the Project Executive advances Lean construction principles, continuous improvement, and collaboration across design, engineering, construction, and service operations. The role also develops Customers for Life, supports business development, mentors future leaders, and contributes to Southland’s strategic growth initiatives.

The position manages a large project or oversees a team delivering multiple projects. It leads project teams, coordinates design and trade partners, manages critical project functions and contracts, and is accountable for project costs and financial reporting. The Project Executive supports client work procurement and sales pursuits, and works with Envise to secure maintenance contracts. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management with at least 10 years of related experience, or 15–20 years of experience in Construction Management.

The role is with Southland Industries, a 100% employee-owned company and one of the nation’s largest MEP companies. For Sacramento, California, the stated pay range is $165,949–$202,826, plus an annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program. Employment offers are contingent on successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management and at least 10 years of related experience, or 15–20 years of experience in Construction Management.
• Proven ability to manage very large projects or multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to train and develop successful project teams.
• Demonstrated ability to plan projects proactively and positively impact project success.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering systems, including HVAC and plumbing, as applied to large-project construction.
• Ability to estimate large jobs in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management, present proposals, and give sales presentations.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to instill a sense of urgency in a project team.
• Results-oriented personal skill set.
• Experience managing large Guaranteed Maximum Price projects.
• Experience with common software, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including CAD drawings, blueprints, and submittals.
• Successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks are required for employment offers; an MVR check is required for roles where driving is an essential job duty.
• Employment sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large project or oversee a team delivering multiple projects, serving as Southland’s senior representative and primary point of contact.
• Lead the project team, delegate responsibilities, and mentor team members.
• Apply Lean tools and facilitate effective Last Planner System sessions; learn and teach Lean concepts and processes.
• Coordinate design activities and interactions among trades and subcontractors.
• Apply project policies and procedures, make project decisions, and address project issues.
• Develop and implement systems and strategies for continuous improvement in team and project performance.
• Develop Customers for Life and establish a repeat-client base; assist with future work procurement.
• Support sales pursuits through presentations and input on estimates and clients.
• Communicate project status and other job-related information to clients.
• Manage equipment selection, subcontractor procurement, budget analysis, reports, cost and revenue projections, manpower curves, change orders, and construction plans.
• Negotiate and manage contract change orders and take responsibility for cost-impact issues.
• Understand, support, and execute Connected Solutions strategies.
• Initiate contact with and support Envise in securing maintenance contracts.
• Lead preparation and presentation of monthly project reviews to division leadership.
• Own the contract and mentor the team in understanding and working within its scope.
• Lead preconstruction activities on major projects and perform value engineering analyses.
• Estimate large jobs and manage large Guaranteed Maximum Price projects.
• Participate in an industry organization such as DBIA, LCI, CPMCA, ASHRAE, or ASPE.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match, no cap, and immediate 100% vesting.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 100% paid for the employee.
• Annual performance-, achievement-, and company-profitability-based bonus program.
• Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance.
• Disability income protection insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans for health and dependent care.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses.
• Retirement program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior