Project Executive – Commercial Electrical Lead

Jobtome; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 175,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Service Group is seeking a Project Executive for our large, well-established commercial electrical contractor client in the Greater Houston area. You will lead 1–2 concurrent projects valued at $20M–$80M, oversee a team of Project Managers, and drive safety, quality, cost, and schedule outcomes.

You will build client relationships, collaborate with Preconstruction on budgets and constructability, and manage GMP/Lump Sum contracts while closely monitoring project performance and risk.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive management experience with an electrical subcontractor.
• Experience managing electrical projects of $20M+ from pre-construction through closeout.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Familiarity with Procore, Primavera P6, or equivalent scheduling/QA/QC tools.
• OSHA 30 certification or active electrical license.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple electrical projects (1–2) with total values of $20M–$80M, ensuring safety, quality, cost, and schedule.
• Mentor and supervise Project Managers to drive consistent project execution.
• Build and maintain client and industry relationships to generate opportunities.
• Partner with Preconstruction during pre-bid and budget reviews.
• Oversee GMP and Lump Sum contracts with cost models and risk exposure.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, suppliers, and subs to resolve issues.
• Conduct WIP reviews and regular job cost analyses with Operations.
• Oversee master scheduling with the scheduling team and identify milestones.
• Champion quality control and safety programs, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Review owner contracts for alignment with company standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Mentorship

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Construction management

OSHA 30 certification

Active electrical license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Procore

Primavera P6

Job description

Johnson Service Group is seeking a Project Executive for our large, well-established commercial electrical contractor client in the Greater Houston area. You will lead 1–2 concurrent projects valued at $20M–$80M, oversee a team of Project Managers, and drive safety, quality, cost, and schedule outcomes.

You will build client relationships, collaborate with Preconstruction on budgets and constructability, and manage GMP/Lump Sum contracts while closely monitoring project performance and risk.