Project Executive - Electric

Knobelsdorff (KE); Belle Creek Township (MN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Knobelsdorff (KE) is seeking a Project Executive to lead across active job sites, aligning field operations with company goals and client expectations. You will identify and resolve field-level issues in safety, productivity, and quality while partnering with project managers to drive performance and accountability.

The role requires a senior leader with 15+ years in project or field operations, strong communication, and a client-facing mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, MS in PM, or Engineering preferred.
• PMP certification strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in project or field operations with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior leader and representative of ownership across active job sites.
• Identify field-level challenges related to safety, productivity, and quality.
• Provide strategic input on project planning and execution to support standards.
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to improve performance and remove barriers.
• Develop and monitor performance metrics and reinforce accountability to goals.
• Travel to job sites to provide real-time assessment and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client-facing

Influence

Strategic thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA

MS in Project Management

Engineering degree

Job description

Working at Knobelsdorff (KE)Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core value. Starting your career with KE means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, KE is the place for you.Job PurposeThe Project Executive serves as a senior leader and representative of company ownership across active job sites, providing strategic oversight and hands-on leadership across multiple projects. Rather than managing direct reports, this role focuses on identifying and resolving field performance issues related to safety, productivity, and quality. You’ll align field operations with company goals, strengthen client relationships, and help ensure projects meet KE standards. Success means removing barriers, improving accountability, and supporting consistent project execution while upholding KE’s commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance.What You'll DoYou’ll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:Serve as a senior leader and representative of company ownership across active job sites.Identify and address field-level challenges related to safety, productivity, and quality.Provide strategic input on project planning and execution to support company standards and client expectations.Collaborate with project managers and field teams to improve performance and remove barriers to success.Develop and monitor performance metrics and reinforce accountability to project goals.Engage directly with clients and stakeholders to build trust and address emerging concerns.Review project documentation and assess progress in the field.Support budgeting decisions and project spending approvals at the executive level.Partner with senior leadership on business strategy and continuous improvement.Travel regularly to job sites to provide real-time assessment, coaching, and executive support.What You'll BringYou’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:Bachelor’s degree required; an MBA, MS in Project Management, or Engineering is preferred.PMP certification strongly preferred.Minimum of 15 years of experience in project or field operations, including leadership roles.Strong field-execution background, including safety, quality control, and productivity oversight.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority.Proven success in a client-facing and ownership-level capacity.Pay RangeWe believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.$150,000 - $200,000 per year plus up to 20% annual performance bonusTotal Rewards StatementAs a full-time employee at KE, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employeesHSA contributions to support your medical expensesCompany-paid life insurance and disability coverage401(k) with competitive company matchPaid weekly with competitive wagesPTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursementExclusive employee discounts through Working AdvantageWe believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.Typical requirements may include:Travel (up to 50%)Ability to sit, stand, kneel, bend, stoop, and climb throughout the workdayAbility to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 80 poundsAbility to work in office, warehouse, shop. yard, and construction environments.Ability maintain a high level of safety awareness and consistency follow company and site-specific safety requirementsAccessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact KE Human Resources at [e-mail] Opportunity Employer (EEO)KE is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:EEO is the Law (English/Spanish)KE E-VerifyKE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.