Strategic Construction Project Executive

Carolina Chillers, LLC; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolina Chillers, LLC in Ladson, SC seeks a Project Executive to lead strategic HVAC construction accounts and ensure successful execution of high-value projects. You will manage relationships with key clients, guide project development, assess risk, and mentor PMs and superintendents to drive profitability and customer satisfaction.

From opportunity development to project closeout, you will coordinate with sales, operations, and leadership to deliver exceptional outcomes while upholding safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 8–10 years of construction project management experience with increasing responsibility.
• Proven experience managing large-scale commercial or industrial HVAC construction projects.
• Demonstrated success managing strategic customer relationships and high-profile accounts.
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and contract management.
• Advanced understanding of construction estimating, project development, procurement, and project delivery methods.
• Experience mentoring and developing project management personnel.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Teams, ERP systems, and project management software.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, controls, hydronics, piping systems, and mechanical construction practices.
• Excellent verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain executive-level relationships with assigned A-Level and strategic customer accounts.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key customers and facilitate regular business reviews.
• Partner with Project Sales Leaders to identify customer needs, develop solutions, and support long-term account growth strategies.
• Lead project discovery meetings, site assessments, budgeting, and solution development activities.
• Review project estimates for accuracy, risk exposure, labor requirements, execution strategy, and profitability.
• Provide oversight for assigned projects and ensure execution according to scope, budget, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Lead high-risk, high-value, and technically complex projects requiring advanced coordination and problem-solving.
• Identify contractual, financial, operational, and scheduling risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Monitor project financial performance and collaborate with Project Managers to maintain profitability and cash flow.
• Support forecasting, backlog management, resource planning, and branch operational initiatives.
• Mentor Project Managers and Project Coordinators through coaching and reviews.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new project management personnel.
• Coordinate with Safety, Operations, and Leadership teams to ensure compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.
• Resolve escalated customer concerns and project disputes.
• Ensure complete project closeout documentation and warranty items are addressed.

Skills

Relationship management

Project management

Financial acumen

HVAC construction

Mentoring

Negotiation

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Teams

ERP systems

Project management software

Job description

Carolina Chillers, LLC in Ladson, SC seeks a Project Executive to lead strategic HVAC construction accounts and ensure successful execution of high-value projects. You will manage relationships with key clients, guide project development, assess risk, and mentor PMs and superintendents to drive profitability and customer satisfaction.

From opportunity development to project closeout, you will coordinate with sales, operations, and leadership to deliver exceptional outcomes while upholding safety