Project Executive

J. Benton Construction, LLC; Christiansted (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (employee-only)

Dental Insurance (employee-only)

Vision Insurance (employee-only)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays (12)

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

J. Benton Construction, LLC is seeking a Project Executive to provide executive leadership across multiple projects and drive strategic outcomes from preconstruction through closeout.

You will lead project teams, strengthen client relationships, oversee contracts, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards. This role emphasizes growth, mentorship, and cross-team collaboration in a dynamic Caribbean market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of experience in construction project leadership within a CM, CM-at-Risk, or general contracting environment.
• Proven experience leading multiple project teams on large-scale or complex construction projects.
• Demonstrated accountability for project safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight of multiple projects, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, schedule, profitability, and client satisfaction goals.
• Lead business development efforts, including pursuit strategy, proposal development, and participation in client interviews
• Direct preconstruction and delivery strategies in partnership with estimating and operations teams
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships with owners, OPMs, consultants, and key stakeholders
• Negotiate owner contracts and oversee subcontractor contract administration
• Identify and resolve critical project issues to achieve operational and financial success
• Develop, mentor, and evaluate project leadership teams, supporting performance management and professional growth
• Ensure compliance with company standards, safety programs, and operating procedures
• Contribute to organizational growth through talent development and continuous improvement initiatives
• Utilize industry relationships to generate leads and support business development

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial acumen

Executive communication

Mentoring teams

Problem-solving

Collaborative leadership

Leadership across distributed teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Master’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Job description

About Us

J. Benton Construction,LLCis more than a constructioncompany—wearea team of builderscommitted to delivering exceptional project experienceswhile giving back to theVirgin Islands community where we live and work.Our mission is to be recognized as one of the leading construction companies in the Caribbean through an unwavering focus on customer service, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Position Description

The Project Executive (PX) is responsible for providing executive leadership and strategic oversight across multiple construction projects, ensuring successful delivery from preconstruction through closeout. This role establishes operational priorities, drives financial performance, ensures safety and quality excellence, and strengthens client relationships. The Project Executive leads and develops project teams, supports business development initiatives, and contributes to the continuous improvement of project management practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight of multiple projects, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, schedule, profitability, and client satisfaction goals.
• Lead business development efforts, including pursuit strategy, proposal development, and participation in client interviews
• Direct preconstruction and delivery strategies in partnership with estimating and operations teams
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships with owners, OPMs, consultants, and key stakeholders
• Negotiate owner contracts and oversee subcontractor contract administration
• Identify and resolve critical project issues to achieve operational and financial success
• Develop, mentor, and evaluate project leadership teams, supporting performance management and professional growth
• Ensure compliance with company standards, safety programs, and operating procedures
• Contribute to organizational growth through talent development and continuous improvement initiatives
• Utilize industry relationships to generate leads and support business development

Essential Skills & Competencies

• Strategic leadership and decision-making capability
• Strong financial and business acumen
• Executive-level communication and relationship management skills
• Ability to lead, mentor, and influence teams across multiple projects
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment in complex situations
• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on accountability and results
• Demonstrated ability to lead geographically distributed teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred or equivalent experience
• 15+ years of experience in construction project leadership within a CM, CM-at-Risk, or general contracting environment
• Proven experience leading multiple project teams on large-scale or complex construction projects
• Demonstrated accountability for project safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance

Preferred Experience (includes, But Is Not Limited To)

• Master’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business.
• Experience supporting or leading business development pursuits and client interviews.
• Familiarity with construction cost reporting systems and financial controls.
• Experience using construction management and scheduling software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6).
• Experience working with public-sector, federal, or complex stakeholder projects.
• Prior experience contributing to the development or implementation of project management SOPs.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and sun exposure
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods
• Ability to navigate active construction sites with changing ground conditions and elevations
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely use ladders, scaffolding, and other access equipment as required
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary for this position is one component of J. Benton Construction’s total compensation package. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s skills, experience, education, relevant qualifications, internal equity, and business needs.

J. Benton Construction offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance:

• Company paidHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance(employee-only coverage)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays(12)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short-Term Disability

Equal Opportunity Employer

J. Benton Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against applicants or employees for discussing pay and provide reasonable accommodations as required.