Vice President/Project Executive-Commercial Interior Construction

Kimmel & Associates; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Bonus opportunities

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Professional development

Leadership opportunities

Growth potential

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates Inc. in Richmond seeks an accomplished Regional Director/VP Project Executive to guide its Richmond operation through its next phase of growth.

This senior leader will oversee operations, project execution, financial performance, and client development across a range of commercial interior projects. The role emphasizes building high-performing teams, strengthening client relationships, and driving profitable growth, with accountability for safety, quality, and timely

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years leadership experience within commercial interior construction.
• Strong background in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, or related specialty contracting.

Responsibilities

• Lead all operational activities for the Richmond division, ensuring safe, profitable, and efficient project delivery.
• Oversee project execution from preconstruction through closeout for commercial interior construction projects.
• Mentor and develop Project Executives, Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership.
• Drive operational excellence across scheduling, estimating, budgeting, procurement, production, and quality control.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, owners, architects, and industry partners.
• Identify new business opportunities while expanding existing client partnerships.
• Manage division financial performance, including forecasting, profitability, staffing, and resource planning.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop long-term growth strategies and operational initiatives.
• Champion a culture built on accountability, teamwork, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure all projects meet the company's high standards for safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Client development

Forecasting

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree (Construction Mgmt/Engineering/Business)

Job description

About the Company

Our client is one of the Mid-Atlantic's premier commercial interior contractors, specializing in metal framing, drywall installation, acoustical ceilings, specialty ceilings, floor preparation, and other interior construction solutions. Since its founding, the company has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, reliable execution, and long-term partnerships with leading general contractors, developers, and owners across the Mid-Atlantic markets. Today, the company employs more than 400 field professionals and delivers millions of square feet of commercial interior construction annually.

Driven by a culture centered on accountability, continuous improvement, and investing in its people, the company is seeking an accomplished Regional Director to guide its Richmond operation through its next phase of growth.

About the Position

The Vice President/Project Executive will provide executive leadership for the Richmond business, overseeing operations, project execution, financial performance, client development, and team leadership across a diverse portfolio of commercial interior construction projects.

This role is ideal for an experienced leader with expertise in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, and commercial interior systems who is passionate about building high-performing teams, strengthening client relationships, and driving profitable growth.

Working closely with executive leadership, the VP/PX will establish operational strategy while ensuring every project is executed with the quality, safety, and reliability that have become hallmarks of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all operational activities for the Richmond division, ensuring safe, profitable, and efficient project delivery


• Oversee project execution from preconstruction through closeout for commercial interior construction projects


• Mentor and develop Project Executives, Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership


• Drive operational excellence across scheduling, estimating, budgeting, procurement, production, and quality control


• Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, owners, architects, and industry partners


• Identify new business opportunities while expanding existing client partnerships


• Manage division financial performance, including forecasting, profitability, staffing, and resource planning


• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop long-term growth strategies and operational initiatives


• Champion a culture built on accountability, teamwork, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement


• Ensure all projects meet the company's high standards for safety, quality, and customer satisfaction

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years leadership experience within commercial interior construction


• Strong background in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, or related specialty contracting


• Demonstrated success leading multiple project teams and managing large-scale commercial construction operations


• Strong understanding of estimating, scheduling, project management, budgeting, and operational planning


• Proven ability to develop high-performing teams while mentoring future leaders


• Experience managing business unit financial performance, forecasting, and operational metrics


• Excellent relationship-building skills with clients, general contractors, and design professionals


• Strong business development mindset with a history of expanding customer relationships


• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline is preferred

Benefits

• Competitive executive compensation package $150,000-$250,000


• Performance-based bonus opportunities


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) with company contribution


• Paid vacation and company holidays
  
• Professional development and executive leadership opportunities


• Opportunity to lead one of the region's premier commercial interior construction operations


• Collaborative leadership team that values innovation, accountability, and employee development


• Significant opportunity to shape the future growth of a rapidly expanding organization