Project Executive Jobs

Project Executive jobs are open across construction, technology, real estate development, and professional services, from senior manager to VP level, with specializations in program delivery, capital project management, and infrastructure oversight. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles2,652+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAmazon
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type80% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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DPR Construction
Project Executive, Low Voltage
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DPR Construction
New 23h ago
Project Executive, Low Voltage
DPR Construction
Orlando, Florida
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Compliance & Legal
Human Resources
Project Management
Business Development
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Swinerton
Project Executive
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Swinerton
Added 1d ago
Project Executive
Swinerton
Concord, California
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Project Management
$134k - $222k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Wharton-Smith, Inc
Project Executive
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Wharton-Smith, Inc
Added 1d ago
Project Executive
Wharton-Smith, Inc
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Johnson Controls
CMS Project Executive
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Johnson Controls
Added 1d ago
CMS Project Executive
Johnson Controls
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Enterprise Sales
Business Development
$130k - $165k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Callahan, Inc.
Project Executive
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Callahan, Inc.
Added 2d ago
Project Executive
Callahan, Inc.
White Plains, New York
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
$200k - $250k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Project Executive Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon
    Amazon319
  • Walmart
    Walmart140
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health44
  • The Home Depot
    The Home Depot41
  • HDR
    HDR28

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software313
  • Consulting & Professional Services290
  • Education233
  • Healthcare & Medical Services230
  • Retail228

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project executive jobs.

  • 10 or more years of progressive project or program management experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing multi-million-dollar project budgets end to end
  • PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project management certification
  • Strong executive stakeholder communication and executive reporting skills
  • Proficiency in project management platforms such as Smartsheet, MS Project, or Primavera
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or a related field

Tips for Your Project Executive Job Search

Quantify delivery outcomes on your resume

Project executives are evaluated on whether projects close on time and on budget. Replace vague phrases like 'managed large projects' with specific outcomes: budget size, delivery timeline, and stakeholder count. Hiring managers read dozens of resumes and move fast on concrete numbers.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists project executive openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Tailor applications to the project type

A capital construction project executive role calls for different proof points than a technology program executive role. Swap in relevant project types, methodologies, and stakeholder contexts for each application so your experience maps directly to what that employer is delivering.

Highlight cross-functional leadership experience

Project executive roles require coordinating across finance, operations, legal, and technical teams simultaneously. Call out specific instances where you aligned competing priorities or resolved escalations between departments. Generic leadership language won't differentiate you at this level.

Prepare a case study for your portfolio stage

Many project executive interviews include a structured walkthrough of one major initiative you led. Prepare a tight narrative covering scope, key decisions, obstacles you resolved, and final outcomes. Panels at this level probe for judgment calls, not just process adherence.

Negotiate scope and resources alongside compensation

At the project executive level, the number of direct reports, the project budget ceiling, and the reporting line matter as much as base pay. Ask specifically about these in final-round conversations so you understand what authority the role actually carries before you accept.

Project Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most project executives?

The companies hiring the most project executives right now include Amazon, Walmart, and CVS Health, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand tends to be strongest in organizations managing large capital programs, infrastructure builds, or enterprise technology transformations.

How many project executive jobs are remote?

About 20% of project executive openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, though the share varies significantly by sector. Technology and professional services roles are most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while construction, infrastructure, and real estate development roles typically require regular on-site presence at project locations.

How do you become a project executive?

You typically start in a project manager or program manager role and build a record of delivering progressively larger, more complex initiatives. Earning a PMP or PgMP certification strengthens your candidacy. From there, moving into a senior program manager or director of project management role gives you the executive stakeholder exposure and budget authority that project executive positions require.

Can you get a project executive job with limited experience?

Directly landing a project executive title with limited experience is uncommon because the role carries substantial budget and organizational accountability. A practical path is targeting a senior project manager or program director role first, taking on initiatives that require executive communication and cross-functional coordination, and building a portfolio of complex delivery outcomes you can speak to specifically.

What does the project executive interview process look like?

The process typically runs three to four rounds. An initial screen with HR covers your background and fit. A technical or competency round with a hiring manager digs into how you structure delivery and handle escalations. A panel round often includes senior leaders or clients. Final rounds may include a case study presentation where you walk through a major initiative from planning through closeout.

Where can I find and apply to project executive jobs?

You can find and apply to project executive jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.

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