Senior Mission-Critical Projects Executive

The Waldinger Corporation; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health, dental and vision insurance

Growth potential with a stable company

Paid vacation

Health club reimbursement

Wellness plan with lifestyle spending 

401k with company match and profit‑str

Continuing education and advancement 

Tuition reimbursement

Term, AD&D and Dependent Life insures

Prepaid Legal

Job summary

The Waldinger Corporation seeks an experienced Mission Critical Project Executive to lead large-scale, mission-critical construction initiatives in the Midwest, reporting through the Des Moines, IA branch operations. This role drives safety, quality, schedule, and client satisfaction while coordinating planning through commissioning and closeout.

You will own project outcomes, build high-performing teams, manage risks and finances, and develop leaders to support sustained growth across complex

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience, including 5‑7 years of prior Mission‑Critical based project management or Sr. leadership experience in construction or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, building construction, business, or related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• Availability to relocate to project after a brief training period
• Project will be a large‑scale, mission‑critical and located in the Midwest
• Travel will be required

Responsibilities

• Financial Planning: Leads financial planning and establishes accountability for the financial performance of assigned projects. Evaluates estimates, forecasts, leading indicators, and project results with project teams to support informed decisions and timely corrective action. Owns project performance and ensures financial risks, opportunities, and performance gaps are identified, communicated, and addressed in a timely manner.
• Operations Management: Maintains executive accountability for project safety, quality, financial performance, schedule execution, operational readiness, and client satisfaction. Ensures established practices are applied consistently and improved when needed. Provides project teams with the direction, resources, organizational support, and additional coordination needed to achieve project objectives.
• Project Oversight: Provides executive oversight for complex projects and the project leaders responsible for their delivery. Establishes clear expectations, monitors project health, removes barriers, and directs the resolution of issues that may affect project outcomes. Ensures project activities remain aligned with organizational and client objectives. Establishes accountability for both the activities that drive project performance and the outcomes they produce.
• Client Relationship Ownership: Develops and maintains relationships with key client decision‑makers and serves as a connection between client and organizational leadership. Coaches project leaders in building strong relationships with current and prospective clients. Partners with leadership to identify opportunities, relationships, and pursuits that support a strong pipeline of work.
• Risk Management: Oversees contract review, risk identification, and risk mitigation activities for assigned projects and teams. Provides clear direction regarding contract requirements and supports the negotiation and resolution of complex contractual matters. Ensures risks are clearly communicated and appropriate actions are taken in a timely fashion to protect organizational and client commitments.
• Team Development: Develops project leaders by sharing knowledge, experience, and proven practices. Establishes accountability, promotes collaboration, and supports an effective environment for office and field team members. Identifies development needs and partners with leadership to address training, performance, staffing, and succession priorities. Promotes continuous improvement and professional development to support project and organizational objectives.
• Business Growth and Organizational Development: Supports the growth and development of the business through active participation in strategic initiatives, process improvement, organizational development, and client growth opportunities. Contributes as both a leader and hands‑on participant when needed to help establish new capabilities, strengthen operations, and drive business results.

Skills

Executive leadership

Project management

Financial planning

Risk management

Client relationships

Team development

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management / engin​eering / related field

Job description

The Waldinger Corporation seeks an experienced Mission Critical Project Executive to lead large-scale, mission-critical construction initiatives in the Midwest, reporting through the Des Moines, IA branch operations. This role drives safety, quality, schedule, and client satisfaction while coordinating planning through commissioning and closeout.

You will own project outcomes, build high-performing teams, manage risks and finances, and develop leaders to support sustained growth across complex