Project Executive, Multi-Family

Keystone Distinction Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 105,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Project Executive for multifamily construction in Columbus, OH. Relocation assistance is available as you lead and manage a nationwide portfolio of multifamily and rehab projects.

You will negotiate contracts, mentor Project Managers, and maintain exceptional client relations while delivering projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent 2–4 years of experience).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel) and project management software; Prolog preferred.
• Strong scheduling knowledge with Primavera or SureTrack is a plus.
• Experience in multifamily rehab projects and managing multiple sites nationwide.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with executives and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Direct multifamily and rehab construction projects, managing budgets, schedules, and contract negotiations.
• Oversee and coordinate multiple scattered projects nationwide.
• Mentor and develop Project Managers and support hiring/training.
• Serve as primary contact for client and vendor communications and issue resolution.
• Ensure safety policies and construction procedures are followed across sites.
• Support business development and win new projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Team mentorship

Multi-site management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Equivalent 2–4 years of industry experience

Tools

Prolog

Primavera

SureTrack

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Project Executive - Multifamily Construction

Location: Columbus, OH (Relocation Assistance Available)

Compensation: Up to $175,000 base salary + Performance Bonuses

About the Role

We are urgently seeking an experienced Project Executive with a strong background in multifamily construction and rehab projects to lead our project teams. Based in Columbus, OH, this critical leadership role involves driving construction management operations and overseeing multiple scattered projects, ideally on a nationwide scale. You will manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and within budget while maximizing profitability. As the primary executive point of contact, you will handle contract negotiation, team mentorship, and customer relations.

What You’ll Do

• Executive Project Leadership: Direct assigned multifamily and rehab construction projects, managing budgets, schedules, and contract negotiations to ensure profitable, on-time completion.
• National Portfolio Management: Oversee and coordinate multiple scattered projects simultaneously across various locations.
• Team Mentorship: Directly supervise, mentor, and support Project Managers, fostering a high-performance team culture and assisting with hiring and training.
• Client & Vendor Relations: Serve as the primary point person for resolving project bottlenecks, managing stakeholder communications, and maintaining exceptional client relationships.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure company policies, safety standards, and construction procedures are consistently upheld across all job sites.
• Business Development: Support strategic sales and marketing efforts to win new business and grow customer accounts.

What You Bring

• Specialized Experience: Proven track record as a Project Executive, Senior Project Manager, or similar leadership role with direct experience in multifamily construction (market rate, affordable, or senior living experience is highly beneficial).
• Rehab Expertise: Demonstrated experience successfully managing rehab construction projects.
• Multi-Site Management: Experience managing multiple scattered projects, ideally on a nationwide basis.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (OR an equivalent combination of 2-4 years of industry experience and training).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel) and project management software, with Prolog preferred. Strong working knowledge of construction scheduling techniques, such as Primavera or SureTrack, is a plus.
• Leadership & Communication: Exceptional problem-solving abilities, strong financial acumen, and the leadership presence to present effectively to executives, clients, and project teams.

Why Work With Us?

We offer a top-tier total rewards package designed to support your financial and personal well-being:

• Compensation & Ownership: Base salary capped at $175,000, weekly pay, performance-based bonuses, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Relocation Support: Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates moving to the Columbus, OH area.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, HSA, Basic Life/AD&D, and a company Wellness Program.
• Future & Growth: 401(k) retirement plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), professional development assistance, and an employee referral program.