Senior Project Executive - Industrial Construction

Socket.dev; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life & disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401K

Job summary

Kelso Industries is seeking an experienced Project Executive to lead and guide large-scale construction projects from inception to closeout. You will mentor Senior Project Managers, oversee complex programs, and protect profitability while building strong client relationships.

You will drive project forecasting, change management, and scheduling with accountability for budgets, safety, and quality. The role requires exceptional leadership and collaboration across multiple teams on-site or at

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Industrial Construction managing projects $75MM+ in value
• Certification such as SPMP, PMP, CCM, or equivalent is a plus
• OSHA 30, First Aid, and CPR Training
• Extensive experience managing construction project budgets
• Strong knowledge of construction materials and equipment
• Highly organized with proven leadership skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Familiarity with construction safety and quality standards
• Understanding of construction management processes
• Ability to collaborate and plan effectively
• Experience with construction and project management software (i.e. Procore)
• Budgeting, scheduling, negotiation, and cost control abilities
• Strong familiarity with contract and subcontract documents
• Conflict resolution and management experience
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities

Responsibilities

• Mentor and guide Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and Assistant Project Managers
• Oversee high-profile and complex projects with minimal executive oversight
• Collaborate with team leaders to allocate necessary resources to meet project schedules
• Attend project hand-off meetings to gather crucial project information
• Review and approve construction projects and Schedule of Values for owner billing
• Actively manage project schedules, budgets, and profitability
• Approve high-value subcontracts and purchase orders, including negotiations
• Review and approve monthly project billing and invoices
• Oversee pricing, negotiations, and authorization of project scope changes
• Review and approve Notices of Delay to document external schedule impacts
• Participate in hiring and recruiting project management and field personnel
• Conduct annual employee reviews for direct reports
• Ensure project safety, quality, and productivity
• Maintain job site cleanliness and update project tracking forms

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationships

Budgeting

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Communication

Negotiation

Team mentorship

Change management

Education

PM Certifications (SPMP/PMP/CCM)

Tools

Procore

MS Office

Job description

Kelso Industries is seeking an experienced Project Executive to lead and guide large-scale construction projects from inception to closeout. You will mentor Senior Project Managers, oversee complex programs, and protect profitability while building strong client relationships.

You will drive project forecasting, change management, and scheduling with accountability for budgets, safety, and quality. The role requires exceptional leadership and collaboration across multiple teams on-site or at