Civil Project Executive

Metcon, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity to lead meaningful infrastructure projects

Collaborative company culture

Job summary

A leading civil construction company in Charlotte, North Carolina is seeking a Civil Project Executive to manage high-impact infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and oversee the execution of civil construction from preconstruction to final turnover. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, at least 10 years of experience in civil construction, and strong leadership and negotiation skills. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in civil construction.
• Minimum of 5 years in infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated success in leading multi-million-dollar projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil construction projects and oversee all aspects.
• Ensure project goals are met regarding safety, quality, budget, and schedule.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Civil Project Executive will oversee high-impact infrastructure projects. This role will be responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, and execution of civil construction projects from preconstruction through final turnover. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, client-facing professionalism, and a proven track record of managing large-scale, environmentally focused civil projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead civil construction projects.
• Provide executive oversight from preconstruction planning through construction and closeout.
• Ensure project goals are met regarding safety, quality, budget, and schedule.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and team members.
• Manage contracts, risk, staffing, and financial performance across multiple projects.
• Mentor project teams and contribute to overall business development strategy in the water/wastewater sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (PE license preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in civil construction, with a minimum of 5 years in infrastructure.
• Demonstrated success in leading multi-million-dollar public or private infrastructure projects.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to infrastructure projects.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, 401(k), PTO)
• Opportunity to lead innovative and meaningful infrastructure projects
• A collaborative, forward-thinking company culture