Project Executive - New Construction - Bethesda, MD

The responsibilities of a Project Executive:

• Lead higher education construction projects from preconstruction through completion
• Oversee project teams, schedules, budgets, and overall project execution
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure exceptional client satisfaction
• Drive project profitability while managing risk and quality standards
• Coordinate with operations, preconstruction, design teams, and field leadership
• Monitor project performance and proactively resolve challenges
• Mentor and develop project management staff
• Collaborate with executive leadership on project strategy and resource planning
• Ensure compliance with company standards, safety requirements, and contractual obligations
• Support business growth through excellent project delivery and client retention

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Join a top DC General Contractor with 28% year-over-year growthLead landmark higher education projects valued at $30M+

A successful Project Executive should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• 10-12+ years of commercial construction experience
• General Contractor experience required
• Experience leading higher education projects from start to finish
• Proven experience managing projects exceeding $30 million
• Demonstrated track record of delivering profitable projects and maintaining client satisfaction
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, Procore, and Bluebeam
• Working knowledge of Primavera scheduling and BIM processes
• Strong Senior Project Managers with relevant project experience will also be considered

Our client is a highly respected commercial general contractor with more than six decades of success delivering award-winning projects across the Washington, DC metro region. Known for its collaborative culture, employee development programs, and strong market reputation, the company continues to experience impressive growth across multiple construction sectors.

• Competitive salary up to 190k
• $1,100/month vehicle allowance
• Three medical plan options
• Two dental plan options
• Vision coverage
• FSA and HSA plans
• 401(k) with a 50% company match on up to 6% of employee contributions
• Dependent Care Account
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid parking
• On-site fitness facility
• 3 weeks of PTO
• Paid company holidays
• Company-sponsored events, team outings, and employee appreciation activities