Senior Project Executive

Sullivan Environmental Services Inc•New York, NY

15h•$250,000 - $275,000

About The Position

The Senior Project Executive is a senior leader responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of public-sector design-build projects in New York City. This role provides strategic leadership across project execution, client relations, contract negotiations, financial oversight, and business development. The Senior Project Executive serves as the primary client-facing leader, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with NYC procurement and MWBE and diversity requirements.

Requirements

15+ years of progressive experience in construction management, with at least 5 years in an executive or senior leadership role.
Experience delivering high value design-build projects, projects delivered for government entities are preferred.
Proven track record delivering public-sector projects in NYC (DDC, SCA, NYCHA, DEP, or similar agencies).
Strong knowledge of NYC procurement processes, MWBE and diversity compliance, prevailing wage, and public contract requirements.
Demonstrated success in client-facing leadership roles with the ability to develop long-term relationships.
Expertise in financial oversight, including P&L responsibility, budgeting, forecasting, and margin management.
Proficiency in construction management software: Procore, CMiC, Textura, or similar platforms.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
DBIA or Associate DBIA certification.

Nice To Haves

Strong business development acumen with established relationships in NYC’s public-sector market.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Ability to drive innovation in project delivery while ensuring compliance and profitability.

Responsibilities

Provide executive-level direction across multiple high-value design-build projects, ensuring alignment with firm objectives, client goals, and public-sector compliance requirements.
Act as the primary point of contact for senior client representatives, fostering strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction throughout project lifecycles.
Oversee budgets, forecasts, and profitability for assigned projects; lead margin optimization, risk analysis, and financial reporting in collaboration with project controls.
Negotiate, review, and manage contracts with owners, consultants, and subcontractors; ensure compliance with AIA contract documents, NYC public procurement regulations, and MWBE goals.
Partner with executive leadership to identify and pursue new public-sector opportunities, leveraging client relationships to support growth.
Drive project team performance, ensuring adherence to schedule, safety standards, quality metrics, and regulatory requirements.
Provide guidance and leadership to Project Managers and other senior staff, supporting talent development and succession planning within the firm.