Project Executive Jobs in Georgia

Project Executive jobs in Georgia are actively hiring, with strong demand concentrated in construction management, technology program delivery, and infrastructure development, at levels from early-career project coordinator through senior executive. Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta anchor the bulk of openings, with major employers like Turner Construction, NCR Voyix, and Brasfield & Gorrie maintaining consistent project executive hiring across the state. The most in-demand specialties are commercial construction, IT program management, and public-sector infrastructure projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top employerGilbane
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Cities hiring7
Work type100% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Kelso Industries
Project Executive - Project Services (Office - Carrollton, GA)
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Kelso Industries
Added 3d ago
Project Executive - Project Services (Office - Carrollton, GA)
Kelso Industries
Atlanta, Georgia
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Sevan Multi-Site Solutions
Project Executive, Grocery & Retail Construction Programs
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Sevan Multi-Site Solutions
Added 6d ago
Project Executive, Grocery & Retail Construction Programs
Sevan Multi-Site Solutions
Atlanta, Georgia
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$130k - $160k/yr
201-500

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The Waldinger Corporation
Mission Critical Project Executive - Mechanical Construction
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The Waldinger Corporation
Added 2w ago
Mission Critical Project Executive - Mechanical Construction
The Waldinger Corporation
Savannah, Georgia
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Mullins Mechanical
Project Executive - Project Services (Office - Carrollton, GA)
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Mullins Mechanical
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Project Executive - Project Services (Office - Carrollton, GA)
Mullins Mechanical
Atlanta, Georgia
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management

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Mullins Mechanical
Project Executive - Project Controls (Office - Carrollton, GA)
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Mullins Mechanical
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Project Executive - Project Controls (Office - Carrollton, GA)
Mullins Mechanical
Atlanta, Georgia
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management

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Project Executive Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Norcross
2 jobs
Smyrna
1 job
Augusta
1 job
Kennesaw
1 job
Mableton
1 job
Savannah
1 job

Project Executive Job Market in Georgia

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

Who's Hiring

Gilbane
Gilbane3 open roles
Volarify
Volarify2 open roles
Mullins Mechanical
Mullins Mechanical2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Manufacturing
  • Staffing & Recruiting

What Georgia Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field required
  • PMP certification or equivalent project management credential strongly preferred by Georgia employers
  • Seven or more years of progressive project management experience in a relevant industry
  • Demonstrated ability to oversee large budgets, schedules, and cross-functional project teams
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project
  • Strong client relationship and stakeholder communication skills for Georgia's client-driven market

Project Executive Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project executive in Georgia?

Most project executives in Georgia reach the role through a combination of a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or business administration and several years of field or program management experience. While Georgia does not require a state-issued license specifically for the project executive title, those working in construction must ensure their organization holds a Georgia General Contractor license issued by the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors. Earning a PMP credential from the Project Management Institute significantly strengthens candidacy with Georgia employers.

Which companies hire project executives in Georgia?

Employers hiring project executives in Georgia right now include Gilbane, Volarify, and Mullins Mechanical, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Georgia's concentration of large construction firms, Fortune 500 technology companies headquartered in Atlanta, and major infrastructure contractors creates steady demand for experienced project executives.

Which Georgia cities have the most project executive jobs?

Atlanta, Norcross, and Smyrna account for the most project executive openings in Georgia. Atlanta's role as the state's commercial and technology hub drives the highest volume, while Savannah's expanding port and industrial corridor generates consistent construction and logistics project executive demand, and Augusta's growing cybersecurity and healthcare sectors add to the distribution.

Are there remote project executive jobs in Georgia?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based roles, since project executives in construction and infrastructure typically need on-site presence. About 0% of project executive openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those opportunities are most often found in technology program management and IT delivery roles where client sites and job sites are virtual environments.

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

The most realistic entry path is starting as a project coordinator or project manager at one of Georgia's large general contractors or technology firms, then advancing over time. Brasfield & Gorrie, Turner Construction, and Georgia Power all run structured project management development programs that recruit recent graduates. Earning a CAPM credential from the Project Management Institute or completing a construction management certificate through Georgia Tech's professional education programs signals readiness to Georgia hiring managers and can accelerate the move from coordinator to executive-track roles.

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

You can find and apply to project executive jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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