Project Executive

Moss; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Moss, a leading national construction firm, is seeking a Project Executive in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. You will oversee day-to-day operations, lead staffing, and coordinate with owners and subcontractors across preconstruction, construction, and close-out phases.

You will drive project planning, cost control, risk management, and team leadership, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction throughout complex projects in multiple sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related discipline.
• 7–10 years of experience as a Senior Project Manager with a major general contractor.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with construction project management applications.
• Excellent written and oral communication with owners, A/E teams, and field staff.
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and ability to build motivated teams.
• Strong background in project management finance and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction operations including staffing and planning.
• Develop project plans, cost and schedule analyses, and forecasting.
• Communicate with owners, subcontractors, and interface teams to minimize disruption.
• Manage GMP/Lump Sum processes and pre-construction duties.
• Monitor budget, schedule, and profitability of projects.
• Lead project risk assessment and early problem resolution.
• Support business development and client relationship growth.
• Maintain compliance with policies and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Finance

Project Management

Team Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in construction management, engineering or related discipline

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Moss is a national privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar EPC, and design-build. The company's diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high‑rise residential, landmark mixed‑use developments, hospitality, K‑12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News‑Record as the nation's top solar contractor and one of the top 50 general contractors. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement, and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work.

POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

Moss' Project Executives are responsible for overseeing all items related to day‑to‑day construction operations including staffing assignments, project plan development, cost and schedule analysis, and owner and subcontractor communications and interface. They will be involved with all phases related to preconstruction, construction, and project close‑out. They will be responsible for regular communications for project planning, site logistics, and coordination with careful attention to security and minimizing disruption to facility operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages financial administration and establishes project goals and objectives, evaluates project financial performance monthly, promotes and develops "Smart Contracting"
• Complies with accounting policies and procedures, provides accurate financial forecasting, maximizes cash flow, meets financial reporting deadlines
• Manages risk in accordance with company guidelines, searches for new ways to improve operating returns and resolves claims in a timely manner
• Preserves corporate culture and philosophies
• Mentors others, promotes mission and vision, and encourages employee growth
• Participates in new hire recruitment, fosters university relationships, and promotes employee referral program
• Ensures compliance with Human Resources policies and procedures
• Participates in business development and advances strategies that align with business unit, analyzes market trends, and analyzes client trends
• Evaluates project risk/reward potential ("Go/No Go"), utilizes "Proposing to Win" process, selects project team and resources, and develops specific project approach
• Participates in development of proposal, presentation processes, post‑award project debriefing and celebrates successes
• Leads entire GMP/Lump Sum process, participates in pre‑construction contractual obligations, and complies with pre‑construction procedures and policies
• Oversees project operations and monitors for budget, schedule, and profitability
• Participates in owner/architect/contractor meetings, monitors for compliance with contract documents
• Reviews and approves subcontracts' agreements and change orders, and ensures timely close‑out of project
• Establishes personal professional development plan and maintains licensing, certification and registrations
• Maintains visibility with clients, develops effective relationships, services client interim needs and maintains open lines of communication
• Participates in community organizations, encourages employee involvement in community activities, assures that project team is sensitive and responsive to community needs, and supports charities and civic organizations
• Maintains visibility with subcontractors and develops effective relationships, monitors subcontractor buyout and negotiations, develops subcontractor strategy for projects
• Perform other related duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in construction management, engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 7–10 years' experience as a Senior Project Manager with a major general contractor
• Strong computer skills are a necessity, including familiarity with construction project management applications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and are required to interface directly with owners' representatives, the A/E team, building departments and other team members
• Strong leadership skills are required including, but not limited to coaching, mentoring and the ability to build and maintain motivated teams
• Highly developed project management finance skills are required

JOB TITLE

PROJECT EXECUTIVE

JOB LOCATION

DALLAS / FORT WORTH

CLASSIFICATION

FULL TIME - EXEMPT - SALARIED

REPORTS TO

VICE PRESIDENT

Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.