Project Executive - Mission Critical/Light Industrial Construction

Green Key Resources; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Executive-level bonus structure

Company truck and gas card

Guaranteed annual bonus

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Project Executive to manage large-scale data center construction projects across Central Ohio. The successful candidate will provide strategic oversight, oversee multiple teams, and ensure alignment on project goals. With at least 10 years of construction experience and 5 years in leadership, this role offers a competitive salary and executive-level bonuses, along with opportunities for career growth and development from the outset.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years of construction experience, with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven experience with mission-critical and light industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level oversight on multiple projects.
• Lead preconstruction efforts including budgeting and scheduling.
• Drive financial performance and manage project risks.

Skills

Large project construction experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $225,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Executive to lead large-scale data center construction projects in addition to Light Industrial projects throughout Central Ohio. This individual will provide strategic oversight, client leadership, and operational excellence on high profile projects. The ideal candidate brings strong experience delivering ground-up data centers or mission-critical facilities, warehouses, cold storage facilities, etc., along with the ability to manage multiple teams, stakeholders, and project phases from preconstruction through closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level oversight on multiple projects ranging from preconstruction through turnover.
• Partner with owners, design partners, trade partners, and internal teams to ensure alignment on scope, budgets, quality, and delivery schedules.
• Develop project strategy, risk mitigation plans, and overall execution approaches that align with client goals.
• Serve as the primary client-facing leader, strengthening long-term relationships and ensuring best-in-class service.

Project Oversight

• Lead preconstruction efforts including conceptual budgets, scheduling, constructability reviews, and procurement strategy.
• Review and approve project budgets, GMPs, schedules, buyout strategies, and staffing plans.
• Ensure proper project controls, reporting, forecasting, and documentation are in place throughout the lifecycle.
• Monitor field operations, safety performance, quality initiatives, and manpower planning in partnership with project teams and superintendents.

Financial & Risk Management

• Drive financial performance across assigned projects, including cost tracking, revenue forecasting, change management, and margin protection.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to design, construction, logistics, procurement, and site conditions.
• Oversee contract negotiations, client agreements, and vendor contracts.

Team Development

• Mentor and develop Project Managers, Superintendents, and emerging leaders.
• Support hiring, team structure, succession planning, and performance evaluations.
• Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years of large project construction experience, with 5+ years leading large mission-critical, data center and/or light industrial projects.
• Proven experience with fast-track, hyper‑scale, or high‑tech environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, redundancy requirements, commissioning, and data center MEP coordination.
• Deep knowledge of preconstruction processes, project controls, and contract management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Proficiency with industry technology: Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, scheduling tools, and related platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

What’s Offered

• Competitive salary and executive-level bonus structure.
• Strong internal support team and growth-oriented culture.
• Long-term career path with growth into additional senior leadership roles.
• Company truck and gas card.
• Guaranteed annual bonus and team performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to drive a growing team and make an impact from day one.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Project Management

Industries

• Construction and Building Construction

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