Project Executive

Metric DCX; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric DCX in Herndon, VA, is seeking a Project Executive to lead large-scale data center construction from preconstruction through closeout. You will own the schedule, budget, quality, safety, and client satisfaction while coordinating with preconstruction, project management, and field teams.

The ideal candidate brings 12–20+ years of GC experience with data center or mission-critical projects, a track record of delivering complex programs, and the ability to mentor senior project staff.

Qualifications

• 12–20+ years of construction experience, including data center/mission-critical projects.
• Proven track record delivering complex, large-scale GC projects.
• Experience leading multiple project teams and senior staff.
• Strong knowledge of MEP, structural, and civil construction.
• Demonstrated ownership of project financials, schedules, and client relationships.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Own project performance from preconstruction through closeout.
• Lead project strategy across budget, schedule, quality, safety, and profitability.
• Partner with preconstruction, project management, and field teams to drive successful execution.
• Lead senior-level relationships with owners, architects, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Oversee project financials, forecasting, risk, and overall commercial performance.
• Mentor and develop Project Managers, Superintendents, and project teams.
• Resolve major project issues and drive accountability across the team.

Skills

Leadership

Construction management

Client relations

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Project Executive | Data Center Construction

Locations: Herndon, VA

The Role

We’re supporting a Top-25 ENR-ranked national GC with an expanding data center portfolio in hiring multiple Project Executives. This role will own the successful delivery of large-scale data center projects, driving schedule, budget, profitability, quality, and client satisfaction from preconstruction through closeout.

What’s In It For You

The chance to join a company with more than 40+ years of construction experience with a strong track record of national expansion and continued growth, positioning it as an increasingly significant player in complex, large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Own project performance from preconstruction through closeout.


• Lead project strategy across budget, schedule, quality, safety, and profitability.


• Partner with preconstruction, project management, and field teams to drive successful execution.


• Lead senior-level relationships with owners, architects, consultants, and subcontractors.


• Oversee project financials, forecasting, risk, and overall commercial performance.


• Mentor and develop Project Managers, Superintendents, and project teams.


• Resolve major project issues and drive accountability across the team.

Qualifications

• 12–20+ years of construction experience, including significant data center/mission-critical experience.


• Proven track record with a large General Contractor delivering complex, large-scale projects.


• Experience leading multiple project teams and senior project staff.


• Strong understanding of MEP, structural, and civil construction.


• Demonstrated ownership of project financials, schedules, and client relationships.


• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.