Project Executive Jobs in Ohio

Project Executive jobs in Ohio are in active demand, with strong hiring concentrated in construction management, healthcare facility development, and large-scale infrastructure across the state, with openings at every level from entry-level project coordinator to senior program executive. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati lead hiring activity, anchored by employers like Turner Construction, JobsOhio, and Nationwide Children's Hospital, which maintain consistent project executive roles tied to Ohio's ongoing capital investment and development pipeline. Construction and healthcare capital projects represent the most in-demand specialties, followed by energy and public infrastructure. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles26
Top employerGilbane
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring12
Work type80% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Project Executive - Columbus
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Project Executive - Columbus
Turner Construction Company
Columbus, Ohio
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Traveling – Project Executive
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Traveling – Project Executive
Lithko Contracting
Columbus, Ohio
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Project Executive - Cleveland
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Project Executive - Cleveland
Turner Construction Company
Cleveland, Ohio
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$148k - $219k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Project Executive
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Project Executive
STO Building Group
Columbus, Ohio
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Project Executive - Toledo (Healthcare)
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Project Executive - Toledo (Healthcare)
Turner Construction Company
Toledo, Ohio
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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Project Executive Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
9 jobs
Cincinnati
3 jobs
Westerville
3 jobs
Dayton
2 jobs
Cleveland
2 jobs
Athens
1 job
Dublin
1 job
Sidney
1 job
Toledo
1 job

Project Executive Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

Gilbane4 open roles
Turner Construction Company3 open roles
Lithko Contracting2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field required
  • Project Management Professional certification strongly preferred by Ohio employers
  • Seven or more years of progressively responsible project leadership experience required
  • Demonstrated experience managing multi-million-dollar capital or construction projects in Ohio
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project
  • Strong client-facing communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional Ohio project teams

Project Executive Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project executive in Ohio?

Most project executives in Ohio start with a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, business, or a related field, then build experience managing progressively larger projects. Earning a Project Management Professional certification through the Project Management Institute strengthens candidacy significantly with Ohio employers. For those in construction, familiarity with Ohio Building Code compliance and experience coordinating with the Ohio Department of Transportation or local municipalities is a practical advantage that many hiring managers expect.

Which companies hire project executives in Ohio?

Employers hiring project executives in Ohio right now include Gilbane, Turner Construction Company, and Lithko Contracting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's strong construction, healthcare, and public infrastructure sectors mean demand is spread across both private developers and large institutional employers with ongoing capital programs.

Which Ohio cities have the most project executive jobs?

Columbus, Cincinnati, and Westerville have the most project executive openings in Ohio. Columbus drives the largest share of activity as the state capital and fastest-growing metro, with major development and healthcare campuses generating consistent demand, while Cleveland and Cincinnati support strong hiring through their manufacturing base, hospital systems, and commercial construction pipelines.

Are there remote project executive jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're limited. Project executive roles are predominantly on-site or field-based because the work involves overseeing active construction, coordinating contractors, and managing client relationships in person. About 20% of project executive openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in pre-construction planning, program oversight, or roles at firms managing distributed portfolios where strategic coordination can happen off-site.

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

The most realistic entry path is starting as a project engineer or project coordinator with a general contractor or owner's representative firm in Columbus, Cleveland, or Cincinnati. Large Ohio employers like Turner Construction and Messer Construction run structured associate and new-hire development programs that move candidates from field coordination into project management. Building experience on public infrastructure or healthcare projects in Ohio and earning a Project Management Professional or LEED credential early accelerates advancement into executive-level roles.

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

You can find and apply to project executive jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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