Senior Program Leader — Mission-Critical Construction

Horwitz; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Horwitz seeks a Program Executive to lead mission-critical construction programs in North Dakota, with a focus on Fargo. You will provide executive leadership for safety, operations, quality, scheduling, staffing, client relationships and financial performance across multiple buildings.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years in construction leadership, experience managing large, complex projects, and a proven ability to mentor teams, align stakeholders, and deliver on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in construction leadership, with large programs.
• Experience with hyperscale data centers or mission-critical projects.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong safety and quality focus.
• Proficient with project controls and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for North Dakota projects.
• Build culture of safety and quality.
• Lead staffing, scheduling, and project controls.
• Manage owner and GC relationships at executive level.
• Oversee financial performance and GMP management.
• Drive risk mitigation and issue resolution.

Skills

Proven program leadership

Safety culture

Forecasting & budgeting

Client relationship mgmt

Team mentorship

Strategic growth planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

PMP / PMI certification

Tools

Primavera P6

Earned Value Management

Last Planner System

Job description

Horwitz seeks a Program Executive to lead mission-critical construction programs in North Dakota, with a focus on Fargo. You will provide executive leadership for safety, operations, quality, scheduling, staffing, client relationships and financial performance across multiple buildings.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years in construction leadership, experience managing large, complex projects, and a proven ability to mentor teams, align stakeholders, and deliver on time and within budget.