Senior Project Executive - Construction

Employment Resource Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Employment Resource Group is seeking a Construction Executive to lead large-scale, complex construction projects in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role involves providing executive oversight, ensuring alignment with strategic growth initiatives, and developing high-performing project management teams.

The ideal candidate will have over twelve years of construction leadership experience and a proven track record in managing projects ranging from $10M to $65M. Strong financial acumen and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Twelve or more years of progressive construction leadership experience.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale construction projects ($10M–$65M+).
• Experience in complex commercial or hospitality environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight for multiple concurrent construction projects.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Project Managers.
• Establish and enforce operational standards for project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Financial Acumen

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Job description

The Construction Executive serves as a senior leader responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of large-scale, complex construction projects. This role drives business performance through disciplined execution, financial stewardship, and the development of high-performing project management teams. Operating as a key partner to executive leadership, the Construction Executive ensures alignment across projects, fosters a culture of accountability, and contributes to long-term organizational growth and scalability.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight for multiple concurrent construction projects, ensuring alignment with schedule, budget, and client expectations
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Project Managers, driving accountability, performance, and succession planning
• Establish and enforce operational standards to ensure consistency and excellence in project delivery
• Partner with executive leadership to shape and execute strategic growth initiatives
• Drive financial performance across projects, including cost control, profitability, and risk mitigation
• Assess team capabilities and implement development plans to elevate overall performance
• Maintain a strong leadership presence across job sites and internal teams to ensure execution discipline
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, stakeholders, and senior leadership
• Identify and implement process improvements to support organizational scaling and efficiency
• Balance strategic leadership responsibilities with hands-on operational involvement across active projects
• Proactively identify challenges and implement solutions to maintain project momentum and outcomes

Qualifications

• Twelve or more years of progressive construction leadership experience with advancement into senior or executive roles
• Proven track record delivering large-scale construction projects ($10M–$65M+) with strong outcomes in schedule, cost, and client satisfaction
• Demonstrated success leading and developing high-performing Project Management teams
• Strong financial and operational acumen with the ability to influence business outcomes and manage risk
• Established career history within reputable general contractors reflecting stability and sustained high performance
• Experience in complex commercial, hospitality, or similar high-visibility construction environments preferred
• Executive leadership presence with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with C-suite leaders, clients, and field teams
• Operational leadership across multiple projects with strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate challenges and drive forward-looking solutions
• Analytical and detail-oriented approach with strong follow-through
• Proactive problem-solving ability and high level of personal initiative
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate challenging conversations and build consensus