Project Executive - Commercial Electrical

JSG is seeking a Project Executive for a direct hire, onsite position for our large and well established commercial electrical contractor client in the Greater Houston area.

DESCRIPTION:
The Project Executive is the engine behind some of Houston’s most complex electrical construction projects. In this role, you will own the full lifecycle of 1–2 large-scale projects ranging from $20M to $80M, leading a team of Project Managers while serving as the primary strategic link between field execution, preconstruction, and client relationships. You’ll bring deep technical authority, sharp commercial instincts, and the judgment to keep high-stakes projects on time, on budget, and ahead of the next challenge.

The Project Executive reports to the Operations Manager and is responsible for the following:

• Lead multiple (1-2) concurrent electrical projects with total contract values of $20M–$80M, maintaining full accountability for safety, quality, cost, and schedule outcomes

• Provide direct leadership and mentorship to a team of Project Managers, driving consistency in project execution and professional development across your team

• Establish and maintain client and industry relationships that generate new project opportunities and strengthen company's market presence in Houston and beyond

• Partner with the Preconstruction Department during the pre-bid and pre-construction phases, including budget reviews, scope analysis, and constructability assessments

• Lead the development and management of GMP and Lump Sum contracts, applying a thorough understanding of company's cost model, labor projections, and risk exposure

• Interface with owners, architects, engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors to resolve constructability and value engineering issues throughout negotiation and contract execution

• Conduct WIP reviews and weekly/monthly job cost analyses with Operations Managers, reporting on project progress, financial performance, wins, and losses

• Oversee master project scheduling in coordination with internal Scheduling team, developing look-ahead schedules and identifying critical milestones and risk areas

• Champion company's quality control and safety programs, ensuring all project work meets specification, design, and regulatory standards at every phase

• Review and ensure compliance with owner contracts in alignment with the organization's established standards and project management framework

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED

• 7+ years of progressive management experience with an electrical subcontractor, including direct oversight of project teams

• Demonstrated experience managing electrical projects of $20M or greater from pre-construction through closeout

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead across field, office, and owner environments

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a closely related field

• Familiarity with construction management platforms such as Procore, Primavera P6, or equivalent scheduling and QA/QC tools

• OSHA 30 certification or active electrical license
  
  Pay Range: $175 - 195k w/ bonus potential

** Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.