Senior Level Project Executive Jobs
Senior level project executive jobs put experienced professionals in charge of strategic direction, program outcomes, and the cross-functional teams that deliver on them. Roles cover 17% remote and hybrid arrangements across Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Gilbane, Turner Construction Company, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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$133,500.00 - $222,300.00 Annual SalaryJob Description Summary:
Overall management of the operations and administration of assigned projects with bottom line profit accountability.Job Description:
- Able to perform all essential Senior Project Manager responsibilities
- Review and approve all estimates and schedules prepared for assigned negotiated projects and hard bid jobs.
- Facilitate job turnover process from estimating to project team – sign off on budget& fee.
- Supervise subcontract bidding and negotiations complying with Division procedures. Approve all subcontracts and major material purchase orders.
- Review contract terms and conditions and assist Operations Manager in contract negotiations. Ensure that “recap of contract highlights” has been prepared.
- Lead project planning, including conducting job start meetings and planning sessions.
- Ensure that scheduling procedures are followed – baseline schedule, monthly updates, three week rolling schedule.
- Ensure that cost control is set up and maintained in accordance with company standards.
- Lead and supervise project mobilization and job set up. Ensure that project is properly staffed and that they have all the tools and resources needed.
- Recruit, train, mentor and oversee supervision of qualified construction personnel.
- Supervise the activities of project team to ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards and quality standards.
- Make periodic job visits and reviews and report accurate status to Operations Manager. Enforce “Special Risk Alert Policy.”
- Maintain a positive cash flow and ensure timely progress payments.
- Ensure timely job closeout and closed job reports.
- Ensure timely and accurate management reports, including “Jobs in Progress.”
- Ensure each project team member’s compliance with their job descriptions and responsibilities and conduct formal employee performance evaluations for assigned staff.
- Maintain continued client contact on current projects.
- Work with Business Development to develop new or renewed client relationships.
- Attend proposal presentations and assist in preparation of presentation materials (schedule, budgets, charts and graphs.)
- Assist Division Manager in other non-operating functions as required.
- Monitor and manage bottom line profit of assigned projects.
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned
MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience
- Field construction management experience (10 years, including supervisory skills)
- Leadership ability
- Problem-solving ability and strong sense of urgency
- Organizational and communication skills
- Drafting and computer skills
- Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
- Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement, and estimating)
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS
This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.
About Us
Welcome to Swinerton—Building Excellence Since 1888
Swinerton is a 100% employee-owned construction company with a legacy of shaping skylines, transforming communities, and delivering award-winning projects across the United States. Since our founding in 1888, we have remained forward-thinking, operating with accountability, integrity, and a passion for building what matters.
As an integrated ecosystem of expertise, Swinerton brings together talented professionals from diverse backgrounds to deliver innovative and efficient construction solutions. Our collaborative, interdisciplinary approach sets us apart, allowing us to respond to any project challenge—regardless of size, location, or complexity.
When you join Swinerton, you become part of a dynamic network of employee-owners who are committed to excellence, safety, and continuous growth. We invest in your development, offer competitive benefits, and empower you to make a meaningful impact on every project and in every community we serve.
Discover how you can build your future with Swinerton. Explore our open positions and join a team that leads with ownership, integrity, and a shared commitment to success.
Swinerton—Building is not just what we do; it is who we are.
www.swinerton.com
Swinerton is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Minority, Women, Disability, and Veteran Employer.
Our Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We have a commitment to provide equal hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, layoff and recall benefits to all individuals without regard to gender, race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital or domestic partner status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state laws or local ordinance or regulation.
We are committed to the safety and security of everyone interested in our company–including those who visit us online. Please note that Swinerton will only invite you to submit work history and personal information related to employment through our career portal Workday (which requires the set-up of a login) and communication will only come from individuals with an email address ending in @swinerton.com. If you receive fraudulent communication please inform us by emailing reportissues@swinerton.com.
Compensation Range
$133,500.00 - $222,300.00 Annual SalaryJob Description Summary:
Overall management of the operations and administration of assigned projects with bottom line profit accountability.Job Description:
- Able to perform all essential Senior Project Manager responsibilities
- Review and approve all estimates and schedules prepared for assigned negotiated projects and hard bid jobs.
- Facilitate job turnover process from estimating to project team – sign off on budget& fee.
- Supervise subcontract bidding and negotiations complying with Division procedures. Approve all subcontracts and major material purchase orders.
- Review contract terms and conditions and assist Operations Manager in contract negotiations. Ensure that “recap of contract highlights” has been prepared.
- Lead project planning, including conducting job start meetings and planning sessions.
- Ensure that scheduling procedures are followed – baseline schedule, monthly updates, three week rolling schedule.
- Ensure that cost control is set up and maintained in accordance with company standards.
- Lead and supervise project mobilization and job set up. Ensure that project is properly staffed and that they have all the tools and resources needed.
- Recruit, train, mentor and oversee supervision of qualified construction personnel.
- Supervise the activities of project team to ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards and quality standards.
- Make periodic job visits and reviews and report accurate status to Operations Manager. Enforce “Special Risk Alert Policy.”
- Maintain a positive cash flow and ensure timely progress payments.
- Ensure timely job closeout and closed job reports.
- Ensure timely and accurate management reports, including “Jobs in Progress.”
- Ensure each project team member’s compliance with their job descriptions and responsibilities and conduct formal employee performance evaluations for assigned staff.
- Maintain continued client contact on current projects.
- Work with Business Development to develop new or renewed client relationships.
- Attend proposal presentations and assist in preparation of presentation materials (schedule, budgets, charts and graphs.)
- Assist Division Manager in other non-operating functions as required.
- Monitor and manage bottom line profit of assigned projects.
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned
MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience
- Field construction management experience (10 years, including supervisory skills)
- Leadership ability
- Problem-solving ability and strong sense of urgency
- Organizational and communication skills
- Drafting and computer skills
- Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
- Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement, and estimating)
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS
This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.
About Us
Welcome to Swinerton—Building Excellence Since 1888
Swinerton is a 100% employee-owned construction company with a legacy of shaping skylines, transforming communities, and delivering award-winning projects across the United States. Since our founding in 1888, we have remained forward-thinking, operating with accountability, integrity, and a passion for building what matters.
As an integrated ecosystem of expertise, Swinerton brings together talented professionals from diverse backgrounds to deliver innovative and efficient construction solutions. Our collaborative, interdisciplinary approach sets us apart, allowing us to respond to any project challenge—regardless of size, location, or complexity.
When you join Swinerton, you become part of a dynamic network of employee-owners who are committed to excellence, safety, and continuous growth. We invest in your development, offer competitive benefits, and empower you to make a meaningful impact on every project and in every community we serve.
Discover how you can build your future with Swinerton. Explore our open positions and join a team that leads with ownership, integrity, and a shared commitment to success.
Swinerton—Building is not just what we do; it is who we are.
www.swinerton.com
Swinerton is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Minority, Women, Disability, and Veteran Employer.
Our Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We have a commitment to provide equal hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, layoff and recall benefits to all individuals without regard to gender, race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital or domestic partner status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state laws or local ordinance or regulation.
We are committed to the safety and security of everyone interested in our company–including those who visit us online. Please note that Swinerton will only invite you to submit work history and personal information related to employment through our career portal Workday (which requires the set-up of a login) and communication will only come from individuals with an email address ending in @swinerton.com. If you receive fraudulent communication please inform us by emailing reportissues@swinerton.com.
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Who's Hiring
- Gilbane21
- Turner Construction Company19
- Jobot14
- Suffolk Construction11
- Gaylor Electric8
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate137
- Consulting & Professional Services19
- Staffing & Recruiting17
- Manufacturing16
- Energy8
Senior Level Project Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level project executive job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have led complex, multi-stakeholder programs from initiation through delivery, not just supported them. A strong portfolio of owned outcomes, experience managing project teams and budgets, and the ability to communicate risk and strategy to executive leadership will set you apart. Certifications like PMP or PgMP reinforce credibility, but demonstrated leadership impact matters most.
Which companies hire senior level project executives?
Companies hiring senior level project executives right now include Gilbane, Turner Construction Company, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate in organizations running large capital programs, technology transformations, or multi-site operations where experienced program ownership is critical to delivery.
Are there remote senior level project executive jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 17% of senior level project executive openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting demand from organizations that manage distributed teams or enterprise-wide initiatives. On-site and hybrid arrangements remain common in sectors where project work involves physical sites or hands-on stakeholder coordination.
What makes a project executive role senior level?
Senior level project executive roles are defined by ownership of program strategy, accountability for enterprise-wide outcomes, and responsibility for leading other project managers or workstream leads. Where mid-level roles focus on execution within defined scope, senior roles shape the approach, manage executive relationships, resolve escalations, and often mentor the project professionals working beneath them.
Which industries hire the most senior level project executives?
Senior Level project executive roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors consistently drive demand because they run large, complex, or regulated programs that require experienced executives to own delivery accountability at scale.