Head of Projects: Construction & M&E Delivery Leader

Insight Global (United States); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 171,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Head of Projects to lead and deliver major projects for a leading facilities management firm across the Mid-Atlantic region. You will build and develop your delivery team while ensuring safe, on-time, on-budget execution.

The role requires creating a sales pipeline, managing P&L, and forging strong client and partner relationships to meet financial targets. You will govern contracts, compliance with QHSE and industry standards, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in construction, mechanical, electrical project management or similar.
• General contracting background.
• Experience developing and selling new project opportunities.
• Experience managing P&L and revenue targets.
• Ability to lead teams (5–10+).
• Proven track record delivering projects safely in M&E, FM, or critical environments.
• Skilled in creating, presenting, and managing bids and proposals.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe project delivery by managing risk and competence.
• Recruit, retain, and develop delivery talent.
• Develop and specify project opportunities and bids.
• Deliver contractual commitments on secured projects.
• Manage projects across maintenance contracts.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Identify and manage risks across technical, safety, and commercial areas.
• Improve profitability through cost reductions and subcontractor management.
• Develop long-term opportunities by building a project pipeline.
• Lead project reviews and governance compliance.

Skills

Project management

General contracting background

Business development

P&L ownership

Team leadership

Bid/tender management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Head of Projects to lead and deliver major projects for a leading facilities management firm across the Mid-Atlantic region. You will build and develop your delivery team while ensuring safe, on-time, on-budget execution.

The role requires creating a sales pipeline, managing P&L, and forging strong client and partner relationships to meet financial targets. You will govern contracts, compliance with QHSE and industry standards, and drive continuous improvement.