Project Executive - Mechanical - Waco, TX

Upgrade Resources; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life and disability insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal

Training and professional development

Professional association memberships

Advancement path

Job summary

Upgrade Resources, a leading mechanical and electrical contracting firm, seeks a Project Executive - Mechanical in Waco, TX. You will oversee on-site direction for multi-project mechanical work, managing profitability, schedules, and client relations to ensure successful outcomes.

We value extensive construction leadership experience, a track record in hyperscale or hospital projects, and US work authorization. The role offers a path to senior leadership and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• A 4-year degree in engineering, business, or construction management or equivalent.
• 15+ years of mechanical construction operations experience.
• OSHA-30 certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• Strong organizational, analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• Waco, Texas location; US work authorization; no sponsorship.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience leading hyperscale data center, hospital, or life sciences projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead large mechanical projects from pursuit through closeout with full financial accountability.
• Contribute to pre-construction efforts and help close new work.
• Lead turnover between pre-construction and operations teams.
• Set milestones and assign qualified staff.
• Monitor performance of project staff.
• Build relationships with clients, owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Ensure current financial and project reports are maintained.
• Visit project sites to review performance and expenditures.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Attend owner and project meetings; maintain client contact.
• Mentor staff and build a cohesive project team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

4-year degree in engineering, business administration, or construction management

OSHA-30 certification

Advanced degree (Preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Project Executive - Mechanical - Waco, TX

Location: Waco, Texas
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $160,000.00 - $210,000.00 Annually

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with one of the nation's largest mechanical and electrical contracting firms, with more than 75 years of experience delivering innovative HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and electrical solutions. The company specializes in major construction projects for hyperscale data centers, hospitals, life sciences facilities, and high-rise commercial buildings, earning a reputation for safety, precision, and high-quality workmanship.

The company fosters a collaborative, growth-focused culture where employees refine their skills, share knowledge, and advance within a supportive team environment.

Role Overview

The Project Executive is the on-site company representative responsible for the direction, completion, and financial outcome of one or more large mechanical or prime projects. The role leads projects from pursuit through start-up and closeout, owns business judgment and profitability, and develops and mentors the project managers, engineers, estimators, and superintendents assigned to the work.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead large mechanical projects from pursuit through start-up and closeout within a designated region or industry, with full accountability for financial and profitability outcomes
• Take part in pre-construction efforts, understand owner needs, represent company capabilities, and help close new work
• Lead the turnover meeting between the pre-construction and operations teams
• Set project milestones and assign qualified project staff
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of project managers, superintendents, and other project staff
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
• Ensure accurate, current financial and project reports are maintained and accessible
• Visit project sites regularly to review performance, schedule, and expenditures
• Identify project risks and put mitigation plans in place
• Attend owner and project meetings and maintain ongoing client contact
• Counsel and mentor staff and build a cohesive, team-oriented project group

Required Background

• 4-year degree in engineering, business administration, or construction management, or equivalent experience
• 15+ years of experience in mechanical construction operations
• OSHA-30 certification, or the ability to obtain it within six months from date of hire
• Strong organizational, analytical, leadership, and communication skills
• Proven team-building, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills, with sound judgment on when to escalates issues
• This role is based at our Waco, Texas location
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite, general contractor, owner, or customer
• Authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available for this position
• Advanced degree (Preferred)
• Experience leading hyperscale data center, hospital, life sciences, higher education, or semiconductor projects (Preferred)

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leavePaid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Path for advancement into senior VDC and leadership roles