Executive Project Leader, Complex Public Works

The Vertex Companies, Inc.; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 332,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) matching

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vertex is seeking a Project Executive who will oversee the delivery and financial performance of complex construction programs, with a focus on K-12, municipal, and public safety facilities.

This role provides executive oversight from preconstruction through closeout, serving as the primary client advocate while leading high-performing project teams, driving operational excellence, and supporting strategic growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of related experience, or a Master's degree and 8 years of related experience.
• At least 5 years in management capacity.
• Proven success managing P&L, project portfolios, and high-value client relationships.
• Strong executive presence with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain executive responsibility for the performance of assigned construction programs and projects, including revenue generation, profitability, utilization, and overall financial outcomes.
• Partner with senior leadership to meet or exceed annual business plans and budget targets for assigned markets, programs, or practice areas.
• Serve as a senior leader in business development by identifying new opportunities, leading pursuits, supporting proposal strategy, and participating in client interviews and negotiations.
• Build, maintain, and expand long-term relationships with owners, developers, and key stakeholders; identify opportunities to expand services and grow accounts.
• Represent the firm with current and prospective clients and at industry events, reinforcing the firm’s reputation for quality, integrity, and execution excellence.
• Identify emerging market opportunities and delivery trends and communicate insights to executive leadership for strategic consideration.

Skills

P&L management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Public sector project delivery

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Project management software

Scheduling software

Construction financial systems

Job description

Vertex is seeking a Project Executive who will oversee the delivery and financial performance of complex construction programs, with a focus on K-12, municipal, and public safety facilities.

This role provides executive oversight from preconstruction through closeout, serving as the primary client advocate while leading high-performing project teams, driving operational excellence, and supporting strategic growth initiatives.