Project Executive

Michael Page; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO 3-4 weeks

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Project Executive of Construction in Detroit to lead commercial, industrial, and institutional projects from preconstruction through completion. You will oversee project teams, manage budgets and schedules, maintain client relationships, and drive execution from planning to closeout.

Role requires seasoned leadership with a track record in large-scale construction, strong communication, and formal coordination across multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Proven track record leading large-scale projects from preconstruction to completion.
• Experience guiding Project Managers, Superintendents and project teams.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, scheduling and contract negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction project planning to set scope, priorities and targets.
• Coordinate project teams, contractors and stakeholders to keep work moving.
• Track schedules, milestones and deliverables for timely completion.
• Review progress and address delivery issues.
• Communicate updates and decisions to stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation and closeout records.
• Coordinate activities across all project phases.
• Drive project closeout and deliverables completion.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract negotiation

Client relationships

Project management

Communication

Job description

Seeking a Project Executive to lead and oversee commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion, managing project teams, client relationships, budgets, schedules, and overall execution. This is an opportunity to join a well-established Michigan general contractor with a strong portfolio of commercial, industrial, and institutional work and a growing project pipeline.

A Detroit-based general contractor and construction management firm established in 1998, specializing in commercial, institutional, and industrial construction projects. The company offers comprehensive project delivery services, including general contracting, construction management, commercial interiors, and self-performed carpentry, drywall, and painting, with an experienced team and a strong presence throughout the Michigan market.

Description

• Lead construction project planning activities to set clear scope, priorities, and delivery targets.
• Coordinate project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to keep work moving forward.
• Track project schedules, milestones, and deliverables to support timely completion.
• Review project progress and address issues that may affect delivery.
• Communicate project updates, decisions, and next steps to relevant stakeholders.
• Manage project documentation to maintain clear records throughout each project.
• Coordinate construction activities across active project phases.
• Drive project closeout activities and confirm final deliverables are completed.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

• Experience leading construction projects from planning through completion.
• Experience coordinating project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Experience reviewing project progress and resolving delivery issues.
• Ability to communicate project updates and decisions clearly.
• Experience maintaining project documentation and closeout records.

Job Offer

• Project Executive of Construction
• Salary of $150,000 to $175,000
• Equity in the company
• Bonuses up north of $50-80k/per year depending on project sizes
• Company Medical/Dental/Vision
• 3-4 weeks of PTO
• Competitive Benefits Package

Desired Skills and Experience

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Proven track record managing large-scale construction projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Experience leading Project Managers, Superintendents, and project teams.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, scheduling, and contract negotiation skills.
• Established client relationship and business development abilities.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.