Traveling Electrical Project Executive - Houston, TX

Diamond Peak Recruiting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 210,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend and per diem program

401(k) retirement plan with enhanced (

Company-provided vehicle or executive-

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting is seeking a Traveling Project Executive to lead massive electrical infrastructure projects across multiple regions. The role requires executive presence on-site, mobilization of remote projects, and strategic coordination with pre-construction teams.

The ideal candidate has a track record of managing large-scale nationwide projects, willingness to travel up to 75%, and strong leadership to build high-performing teams across diverse geographies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• Extensive history of managing large-scale electrical projects on a national scale.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time across different states.
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead rapid mobilization and strategic execution of remote electrical construction projects nationwide.
• Manage complex logistics and labor relations; ensure compliance with Electrical Code and local laws.
• Oversee singular, massive-scale projects ($75M–$200M+) requiring specialized technical expertise.
• Coordinate with Pre-Construction and Estimating to allocate resources for new markets.
• Maintain executive presence on job sites to drive safety and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Travel willingness

Team-building

Large-scale project management

Education

B.S. in Construction Science

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Traveling Project Executive is a specialized leadership role designed for the management of massive, mission-critical electrical infrastructure projects that require on-site executive presence across multiple geographic regions. This role focuses on the mobilization and execution of large-scale electrical installations, such as data centers, industrial manufacturing facilities, and renewable energy plants, where project values consistently exceed $50,000,000. The Traveling Project Executive ensures operational consistency and corporate standard implementation regardless of project location.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the rapid mobilization and strategic execution of remote electrical construction projects across the country.
• Manage complex logistics and labor relations in varying jurisdictions, ensuring that all regional Electrical Code requirements and local labor laws are strictly followed.
• Execute high-level project oversight for singular, massive-scale projects (e.g., $75,000,000 to $200,000,000+) requiring specialized technical expertise.
• Coordinate with the Pre-Construction and Estimating departments to ensure accurate resource allocation for projects in new or unfamiliar markets.
• Maintain a consistent executive presence on various job sites to drive safety culture and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• Extensive history of managing large-scale, out-of-ground electrical projects on a national scale.
• Willingness to travel up to seventy-five percent of the time to support project requirements in different states.
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams in diverse geographic environments.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual Salary Range: $210,000 - $285,000
• Comprehensive travel stipend and per diem program.
• 401(k) retirement plan with enhanced company matching.
• Company-provided vehicle or executive auto allowance.

Operational Dynamics: Local versus Large Traveling Roles

The following table outlines the core differences between the Local Project Executive and the Large Traveling Project Executive roles to assist in candidate selection.

Feature

Geographic Scope

Travel Requirements

Primary Focus

Team Structure

Local Project Executive

Focused on a specific metropolitan area or region.

Manages multiple simultaneous projects of varying sizes.

Minimal; localized to regional job sites.

Client retention and regional market growth.

Stable regional staff and long-term local vendors.

Traveling Project Executive

National or multi-regional coverage.

Often focuses on one to two massive-scale projects.

Extensive; requires significant time away from home.

Mobilization and execution of complex remote sites.

Dynamic teams including localized labor and traveling staff.