Senior Project Executive, Commercial Construction (ESOP)

W.E. O'Neil Construction; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 270,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Bonus program

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) with match

Student debt assistance

Job summary

W.E. O'Neil Construction is seeking a Project Executive in Pleasanton, CA to oversee multiple commercial projects, including office, retail, and education facilities.

The role provides leadership to project directors and teams, drives profitability, and strengthens client relationships while guiding strategic pursuits. You will mentor upcoming leaders, manage risks, negotiate contracts, and coordinate with clients, consultants, and trade partners to deliver safe, on-time, and on-budget outcomes

Qualifications

• 18+ years of progressively responsible construction industry experience, with demonstrated success leading complex construction operations, project teams, and client relationships across varied commercial sectors.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Expert understanding of project delivery methods, construction operations, risk management, project controls, procurement, contract administration, and financial management.
• Advanced knowledge of construction means and methods, constructability principles, building systems, and VDC/BIM processes.
• Strong business acumen and strategic decision-making, with the ability to oversee multiple project teams and Project Directors simultaneously.
• Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and leadership skills across clients, project teams, and company leadership.
• Experience developing operational leaders and supporting organizational growth

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction across assigned projects, project teams, and operational resources, championing a strong safety culture throughout.
• Own the financial performance of assigned projects and portfolios — profitability, forecasting, cash flow, and risk.
• Provide oversight and guidance to Project Directors, Senior Project Managers, and Project Managers across a diverse mix of commercial project types.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with clients, architects, consultants, and industry partners; serve as a senior company representative on key accounts.
• Lead or support major pursuits, client interviews, and presentations within targeted markets.
• Develop, mentor, and support Project Directors and project leadership, building the organization's next generation of operational leaders.
• Guide project teams in evaluating and mitigating significant contractual, financial, and operational risks.
• Participate in review and negotiation of significant contracts and project agreements.

Skills

Leadership & people management

Financial oversight

Client relationship management

Risk management

Strategic planning

Mentoring / talent development

Education

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

Tools

VDC/BIM

Project controls

Procurement & contracts

Job description

W.E. O'Neil Construction is seeking a Project Executive in Pleasanton, CA to oversee multiple commercial projects, including office, retail, and education facilities.

The role provides leadership to project directors and teams, drives profitability, and strengthens client relationships while guiding strategic pursuits. You will mentor upcoming leaders, manage risks, negotiate contracts, and coordinate with clients, consultants, and trade partners to deliver safe, on-time, and on-budget outcomes