Project Executive Jobs in Colorado

Project Executive jobs in Colorado are in strong demand, with consistent hiring in construction, real estate development, engineering infrastructure, and technology delivery across the state. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder anchor most of the openings, where companies like Turner Construction, AECOM, and DaVita maintain substantial Colorado operations and regularly seek project executives at senior and director-level seniority. The specialties drawing the most attention right now are large-scale commercial construction oversight, capital program management, and enterprise technology project delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles7
Top employerBNBuilders
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring4
Work type50% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Administrative Assistant II, Executive Support, Data Analytics and Project Management
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Administrative Assistant II, Executive Support, Data Analytics and Project Management
CNA Insurance
Littleton, Colorado
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
$59k - $87k/yr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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Executive Assistant & Project Specialist
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Executive Assistant & Project Specialist
SPS Health
Denver, Colorado
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$70k - $90k/yr
Hybrid
Associate's degree in communications

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Mission Critical Project Executive - Construction
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Mission Critical Project Executive - Construction
The Waldinger Corporation
Denver, Colorado
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Project Executive, Mission Critical
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Project Executive, Mission Critical
Intermountain Electric
Aurora, Colorado
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Project Management
$136k - $235k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management
201-500

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Project Executive, Mission Critical
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Project Executive, Mission Critical
Quanta Services
Aurora, Colorado
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$136k - $235k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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Project Executive Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Denver
3 jobs
Aurora
2 jobs
Littleton
1 job
Colorado Springs
1 job

Project Executive Job Market in Colorado

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

Who's Hiring

BNBuilders1 open role
SPS Health1 open role
CNA Insurance1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate

What Colorado Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field
  • Ten or more years of progressive project management experience in relevant industry
  • Project Management Professional certification preferred or required by most employers
  • Demonstrated experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and cross-functional teams
  • Strong familiarity with Colorado municipal permitting, entitlement, and contract processes
  • Proficiency with industry platforms such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project

Project Executive Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project executive in Colorado?

Most project executives in Colorado reach the role through a combination of a four-year degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or business administration and a decade or more of hands-on project leadership experience. While Colorado does not issue a state-specific license for the project executive title itself, employers in construction consistently expect candidates to hold an active Project Management Professional certification or a Colorado-recognized general contractor qualifier credential before stepping into executive-level oversight.

Which companies hire project executives in Colorado?

Colorado project executive roles are posted by BNBuilders, SPS Health, and CNA Insurance and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentrated base of large construction firms, healthcare systems, and technology companies means openings appear year-round rather than seasonally.

Which Colorado cities have the most project executive jobs?

Denver, Aurora, and Littleton consistently post the highest volume of project executive openings in Colorado. Denver's role as the state's commercial, infrastructure, and corporate headquarters hub drives the majority of listings, while Colorado Springs benefits from significant defense and government contractor activity and Boulder attracts executive-level talent in technology and research-driven project delivery.

Are there remote project executive jobs in Colorado?

Yes, but they are relatively rare. Project executives typically carry on-site accountability for budgets, teams, and stakeholder relationships that make fully remote arrangements uncommon. About 50% of project executive openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, concentrated largely in enterprise technology program management and corporate portfolio oversight rather than construction or facilities roles.

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

The most realistic entry path is through a project coordinator or assistant project manager role at a large Colorado construction or engineering firm, where internal promotion tracks are well established. Companies like AECOM, Hensel Phelps, and Mortenson have Colorado offices that regularly hire associates into structured development programs. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential from PMI and building a portfolio of completed scopes, even on smaller projects, signals readiness for greater responsibility to Colorado hiring managers.

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

You can find and apply to project executive jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across construction, technology, healthcare, and infrastructure sectors. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location preference, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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