Project Executive Jobs in Alabama

Project Executive jobs in Alabama are concentrated in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile, where construction, aerospace, and infrastructure investment keep demand steady for senior-level project leadership. Large employers with established Alabama footprints, including Brasfield & Gorrie, Huntsville-based defense contractors, and Alabama Power, regularly hire project executives to oversee complex capital programs. The most active specialties in the state are commercial construction, government and defense project delivery, and utility infrastructure. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles142+
Top employerOptum
Top cityBirmingham, AL
Cities hiring36
Work type59% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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T-Mobile
Account Executive, SMB Team Sales - Mobile, AL
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Account Executive, SMB Team Sales - Mobile, AL
T-Mobile
Birmingham, Alabama
Account Management
Customer Service
Public Relations (PR)
Sales
$43k - $130k/yr
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Community Food Bank of Central Alabama
Executive Assistant
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Community Food Bank of Central Alabama
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Executive Assistant
Community Food Bank of Central Alabama
Bessemer, Alabama
Business Development
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Associate's degree
11-50

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Executive Assistant - Planning
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Executive Assistant - Planning
City of Madison, AL
Madison, Alabama
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED

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Executive Administrative Assistant
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Executive Administrative Assistant
City of Mobile Neighborhood Development
Mobile, Alabama
Business Development
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Wind Creek Hospitality
Executive Chef
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Wind Creek Hospitality
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Executive Chef
Wind Creek Hospitality
Wetumpka, Alabama
Accounting
Business Operations
Project Management
Master's degree
1,001-5,000

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Project Executive Jobs by City in Alabama

Where Alabama roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Birmingham
34 jobs
Huntsville
20 jobs
Montgomery
15 jobs
Mobile
12 jobs
Tuscaloosa
6 jobs
Homewood
5 jobs
Dothan
3 jobs
Bessemer
3 jobs
Enterprise
3 jobs

Project Executive Job Market in Alabama

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

Who's Hiring

  • Optum
    Optum6
  • Spectrum
    Spectrum4
  • Amedisys
    Amedisys3
  • E
    EnsoData3
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software11
  • Healthcare & Medical Services9
  • Consulting & Professional Services8
  • Fintech5
  • Telecommunications3

What Alabama Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project executive jobs across Alabama.

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a closely related field
  • Ten or more years of progressive project management experience on large-scale programs
  • Demonstrated experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and cross-functional teams
  • Proficiency with project management platforms such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project
  • Strong working knowledge of contract negotiation, risk management, and schedule control
  • PMP certification or equivalent credential recognized by Alabama hiring managers

Project Executive Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project executive in Alabama?

Most project executives in Alabama hold a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field, then build experience managing progressively larger projects over a decade or more. Alabama does not require a state-issued license specific to the project executive title, but roles in construction often expect a general contractor qualifier or an active PMP credential. Employers in Huntsville's defense sector frequently value familiarity with federal acquisition and government contracting standards.

Which companies hire project executives in Alabama?

Alabama project executive roles are posted by Optum, Spectrum, and Amedisys and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Alabama's mix of defense contractors clustered around Huntsville, large commercial builders headquartered in Birmingham, and utility and infrastructure operators throughout the state creates consistent demand across multiple sectors.

Which Alabama cities have the most project executive jobs?

Birmingham, Huntsville, and Montgomery account for the largest share of project executive openings in Alabama. Birmingham drives volume through its concentration of commercial construction firms and corporate headquarters, Huntsville's defense and aerospace growth fuels demand for senior program leaders, and Mobile's port and industrial development generates ongoing infrastructure project activity.

Are there remote project executive jobs in Alabama?

Yes, but they're rare. Project executive work is fundamentally site- and stakeholder-facing, so most roles require regular on-site presence. About 41% of project executive openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and where flexibility exists it tends to apply to pre-construction planning, client reporting, and executive oversight functions rather than active field management.

How can I get hired as a project executive in Alabama with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is starting as a project engineer or assistant project manager with a commercial builder or defense contractor in Birmingham or Huntsville, then building toward a project manager role before stepping into executive-level responsibility. Large Alabama construction firms such as Brasfield & Gorrie and Hoar Construction hire project engineers directly from Alabama and Auburn University programs. Earning your PMP credential early signals commitment to the field and strengthens candidacy at firms that track internal promotions.

Where can I find and apply to project executive jobs in Alabama?

You can find and apply to project executive jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current Alabama openings across construction, defense, infrastructure, and related sectors. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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