Project Executive – Heavy Civil / Excavation

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Executive to lead a portfolio of heavy civil and excavation projects from preconstruction through closeout. This executive-level role is responsible for overall project performance, financial results, client satisfaction, risk management, and developing high-performing project teams.

Responsibilities:

• Provide executive oversight of multiple heavy civil/excavation projects, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and profitability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and project teams.
• Own portfolio financial performance, including forecasting, budgets, WIP, cost-to-complete, cash flow, and change order management.
• Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual, operational, and schedule risks.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, clients, engineers, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.
• Support preconstruction efforts, project planning, contract reviews, staffing, and project startup.
• Drive consistency in project controls, reporting, and execution across the portfolio.
• Partner with field leadership to optimize staffing, production, safety, and project delivery.
• Lead resolution of major project issues, claims, and complex client matters.
• Champion continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in heavy civil, excavation, or infrastructure construction.
• Demonstrated experience managing civil road construction projects for a heavy civil contractor.
• Previous experience as a Project Executive, Senior Project Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling, estimating, project controls, and financial management.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor high-performing teams.
• Excellent client management, negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of construction safety standards and industry best practices.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.