Senior Project Executive, Marine & Heavy Civil

orionexternalcareers; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Orion is seeking a Project Executive to provide senior leadership for self-perform marine construction and heavy civil projects across the Pacific Region.

The role drives safety, quality, delivery, and profitability while guiding Project Managers, Superintendents, and engineers to meet contractual goals and client needs. Extensive travel and relocation may be required for portfolio success.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressively responsible construction experience in self-perform marine and heavy civil projects.
• Executive oversight of multiple concurrent projects and management teams.
• Bachelor's in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; advanced degree or executive experience considered.
• Proven leadership, negotiation, and client relationship skills.
• Experience with USACE, NAVFAC, DOT agencies, port authorities, and industrial clients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and oversight for complex marine construction and heavy civil projects across the Pacific Region.
• Mentor Project Managers, Superintendents, and engineers; establish execution strategies for profitability and client satisfaction.
• Monitor safety, schedule, cost performance, and quality; review forecasts, budgets, and cash flow.
• Coordinate staffing, equipment, subcontractors, and project means/methods with regional leadership.
• Represent Orion with owners, engineers, authorities, and key stakeholders; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Self-perform construction

Travel readiness

Microsoft Office

Primavera P6

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management or related

Advanced degree or executive leadership experience considered

Tools

Primavera P6

HCSS HeavyBid

HeavyJob

Microsoft Office

Job description

Orion is seeking a Project Executive to provide senior leadership for self-perform marine construction and heavy civil projects across the Pacific Region.

The role drives safety, quality, delivery, and profitability while guiding Project Managers, Superintendents, and engineers to meet contractual goals and client needs. Extensive travel and relocation may be required for portfolio success.