Project Executive

Denton Floyd Real Estate Group • Lexington, KY

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About The Position

Forge Construction, the construction subsidiary of Denton Floyd Real Estate Group, is seeking a seasoned Project Executive to provide senior-level oversight across a portfolio of large-scale, ground-up multifamily and senior living construction projects. The role is above the Senior Project Manager level and is accountable for portfolio performance, client relationships, organizational leadership, and strategic growth of project delivery capabilities. The Project Executive represents Forge Construction with ownership groups, development partners, and other key stakeholders.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive construction management experience, including significant tenure at the Senior Project Manager or equivalent level on multifamily or senior living projects.
• Demonstrated success overseeing a portfolio of concurrent projects totaling $100M+ in construction value.
• Proven executive leadership ability and a track record of developing high-performing construction teams.
• Expert knowledge of construction scheduling, cost control, contract administration, risk management, and project delivery methods.
• Exceptional executive communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite; Procore is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel across the project portfolio as required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field; an MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Extensive familiarity with senior living licensing, ADA requirements, and resident-occupied construction environments.
• CCM, LEED AP, or other advanced professional credentials.
• Experience contributing to business development, strategic planning, or organizational growth at a construction firm.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight of multiple concurrent construction projects and ensure safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives are met.
• Monitor portfolio-level financial performance by reviewing cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses, and escalate risks to the VP of Construction.
• Engage in portfolio-level preconstruction, including strategic procurement, risk assessment, value engineering, and constructability reviews.
• Conduct project site visits and executive reviews to identify systemic risks, performance gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and execute recovery plans for underperforming projects with Senior Project Managers and field leadership.
• Represent Forge Construction in owner and developer relationships and maintain trust with clients, ownership groups, and development partners.
• Lead executive project meetings, owner presentations, and stakeholder updates; explain complex issues and resolve disputes.
• Collaborate with Denton Floyd Real Estate Group’s development team to align construction delivery with project and portfolio objectives.
• Support business development by representing Forge Construction to prospective clients, design partners, and community stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor Senior Project Managers and project management staff; set expectations, conduct reviews, and support career development.
• Promote an accountable, high-performance culture across project management and field operations teams.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and retention of construction talent with company leadership and HR.
• Identify training and professional development opportunities for project management and field teams.
• Partner with the VP of Construction on operational strategies, standards, and processes that improve project delivery and scalability.
• Lead development and continuous improvement of project management standards, SOPs, and best practices.
• Evaluate and refine technology platforms, reporting tools, and systems used across the portfolio.
• Contribute to strategic planning, pipeline forecasting, and capacity planning aligned with Denton Floyd Real Estate Group’s development goals.
• Champion an organizational zero-incident safety culture and hold project teams accountable for job-site safety.
• Ensure portfolio-wide compliance with OSHA regulations, local and state requirements, and Forge Construction safety standards.
• Review serious safety incidents and ensure corrective actions and shared lessons learned are implemented.

Benefits

• Competitive, market-aligned base salary based on experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunity tied to portfolio results and company objectives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Vehicle allowance.
• Professional development and executive education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed