Project Executive

Thermo Systems•Reno, NV

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner delivering premier class automation solutions across the Energy, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical markets. Guided by The Thermo Way, we are unified, dynamic, and committed to delivering excellence. Our culture is grounded in three core principles: Employee Success – investing in our people and their growth, Customer Success – delivering reliable, high-quality solutions, and Financial Strength – operating with discipline and long-term focus. We believe strong teams, trusted partnerships, and technical excellence drive sustainable success. The Project Executive leads a portfolio of control systems projects and is accountable for delivery performance across safety, quality, schedule, cost, and customer experience. This role provides leadership to Project Managers, serves as the primary escalation point, and ensures projects align with Thermo Systems’ strategic goals. This position plays a critical role in driving predictable delivery outcomes, supporting business growth, and strengthening project execution across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
15+ years of experience in project management or program delivery
Proven experience leading portfolios of complex, customer-facing projects
Strong leadership and team development capabilities
Deep understanding of project financials, forecasting, and cost management
Experience managing risk, contracts, and change control processes
Strong knowledge of control systems and industrial project environments
Ability to influence and drive alignment across teams and stakeholders
Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
High level of organization and execution discipline
Commitment to quality, safety, and accountability

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred

Responsibilities

Own delivery performance across a portfolio of projects, including risk, schedule, cost, margin, and customer satisfaction
Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers to ensure consistent execution and professional growth
Serve as the primary escalation point for project risks, issues, and customer concerns
Review and approve project forecasts, cost-to-complete reports, and financial projections
Ensure projects are delivered at or above target gross profit margins
Support resource planning and staffing forecasts in partnership with engineering and business development
Align project execution with Thermo Systems standards, QMS requirements, and strategic objectives
Support change order management and ensure proper contract and scope alignment
Build and maintain relationships with customers, contractors, and key stakeholders
Track installation progress against the approved schedule and short-interval plans; identify risks to milestones and drive corrective actions.
Coordinate daily/weekly field meetings (toolbox talks, trade coordination meetings, look-ahead planning) as required by the site.
Maintain clear visibility of site constraints (access, permits, shutdown windows, staging areas, material availability) and communicate impacts proactively to the Project Manager.
Champion safety-first practices across project teams and job sites
Ensure adherence to company policies, QMS standards, and project governance processes
Drive consistent project execution standards across the organization
Identify opportunities to improve project delivery, efficiency, and team performance