Mechanical Project Executive

Mark III Construction, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Mark III Construction, Inc. seeks a Project Executive to lead a portfolio of complex mechanical construction projects, guiding execution from preconstruction through closeout.

This senior role supports the Division Manager, driving profitability, client relationships, and team development while balancing strategic oversight with hands-on leadership. The PX will mentor PMs, APMs, and project engineers, enforce standards, and partner with executives to advance growth, market presence, and

Qualifications

• 10+ years construction experience (mechanical preferred).
• Proven leadership managing multiple PMs and large project portfolios.
• Experience with complex commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop people and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of large-scale mechanical projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Lead project planning, job start meetings, and execution strategies.
• Ensure strong project setup, staffing, and mobilization.
• Conduct regular site visits to verify progress, quality, and risk mitigation.
• Drive timely project closeout and post-job performance reviews.
• Support recruiting efforts, interview candidates, and help build bench strength.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Client relationships

Team development

Communication

Job description

The Project Executive (PX) is a senior operational leader and business driver responsible for managing a portfolio of complex mechanical construction projects and leading high-performing project teams.

This role serves as the #2 leader within the division, directly supporting the Division Manager by driving execution, profitability, client relationships, and team development.

The PX operates as a Leader-Doer, balancing:

• Strategic oversight
• Operational execution

Who we are:

Mark III is a full-service construction company comprised of three complementary business units: M3 MEP, M3 Service, and M3 Components. We support projects from initial concept through long-term maintenance, with specialized expertise in healthcare, higher education, industrial, life science, and technology markets.

Our integrated, big-picture approach allows us to self-perform electrical, HVAC, plumbing, process piping, prefabrication, and MEP design. By consolidating these services under one organization, clients benefit from reduced profit layers, minimized scope gaps, and simplified project schedules-working with a single, accountable partner rather than multiple consultants and subcontractors.

Headquartered in Sacramento, California, Mark III operates throughout California and Nevada. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility serves as a centralized hub supporting five core trades: HVAC, mechanical piping, plumbing, electrical, and metal-stud framing. To support our continued growth, we will be relocating from our current combined 62,000 square feet of office and operational space to a new 340,000-square-foot headquarters at 2031 Optisolar Lane, with the move planned for completion by the end of Q2 2026.

Mission:

Leading the Evolution of Construction

Vision: Exposing the World to a New Way to Build

Core Values:

• Teamwork
• Perseverance
• Integrity

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of large-scale mechanical projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Lead project planning, job start meetings, and execution strategies
• Ensure strong project setup, staffing, and mobilization
• Conduct regular site visits to verify progress, quality, and risk mitigation
• Drive timely project closeout and post-job performance reviews

2. Financial Performance & Accountability

• Own revenue, cost, and gross profit performance across assigned projects
• Monitor forecasts, labor productivity, and cost trends
• Lead corrective actions to protect or recover margin
• Partner with PMs and Division Manager to achieve business plan targets
• Lead, mentor, and develop PMs, APMs, and Project Engineers
• Ensure role clarity, accountability, and adherence to standards
• Drive performance management and career development plans
• Support recruiting efforts, interview candidates, and help build bench strength
• Review prime contracts and subcontracts and assist in negotiations
• Identify and mitigate risk (financial, legal, operational)Ensure compliance with contract requirements and company standards
• Support change management strategy and dispute resolution

5. Client Relationship & Business Development

• Maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners
• Actively participate in proposal efforts and client presentations
• Support Business Development in securing new work and repeat clients
• Represent Mark III in industry organizations, conferences, and networking events

6. Operational Excellence & Process Leadership

• Standardize best practices across project teams
• Improve reporting accuracy, forecasting reliability, and execution consistency
• Support division initiatives related to:
• Scheduling improvements
• Cost tracking and controls
• Ensure alignment with Mark III's evolving construction methods

7. Strategic Leadership (Division Support)

• Support Division Manager with overall business planning and execution
• Help drive EOS/operational goals and strategic initiatives
• Provide input on market positioning, growth strategy, and client targeting

The ideal PX is:

• A high-accountability leader who drives performance and owns results
• A builder of teams and culture who develops talent at all levels
• A strategic thinker who understands both project execution and business outcomes
• A client-facing professional who builds trust and wins work
• A problem solver with urgency who thrives in dynamic environments

Qualifications

• 10+ years construction experience (mechanical preferred)
• Proven leadership managing multiple PMs and large project portfolios
• Experience with complex commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop people and lead teams

Why This Role Matters

This is a critical leadership position responsible for:

• Scaling the mechanical division
• Driving profitability across major projects
• Developing the next generation of leaders
• Strengthening client relationships and market presence

Physical Requirements

• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning
• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.
• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.