Executive Project Leader - Heavy Civil Infrastructure

Metric Geo; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits package

Bonus opportunities

Profit-sharing opportunities

Job summary

Metric Geo is seeking a Project Executive to oversee a portfolio of large-scale heavy civil and infrastructure projects, providing executive oversight and strategic direction to project teams. This role emphasizes leadership and client-facing responsibilities in a well-established contracting environment.

You will act as the senior client-facing representative for major accounts and public agencies, drive business development, and review financials across projects.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, including multi-project oversight.
• Strong executive presence and client relationship skills.
• Experience managing large, complex public and private infrastructure programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple concurrent projects and Senior Project Managers, ensuring performance against budget, schedule, and quality goals.
• Serve as the senior client-facing representative for major accounts and public agencies.
• Drive business development and maintain relationships with owners, agencies, and industry partners.
• Review project financials, risk exposure, and margin performance across the portfolio.
• Support proposal strategy and major pursuit efforts.
• Mentor and develop project leadership talent.

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

Metric Geo is seeking a Project Executive to oversee a portfolio of large-scale heavy civil and infrastructure projects, providing executive oversight and strategic direction to project teams. This role emphasizes leadership and client-facing responsibilities in a well-established contracting environment.

You will act as the senior client-facing representative for major accounts and public agencies, drive business development, and review financials across projects.