Project Executive

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Sacramento, CA, USA
In-Office
160K-200K Annually
Expert/Leader
Professional Services • Utilities • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Senior operational leader overseeing a portfolio of large mechanical construction projects. Drives project execution, profitability, risk management, client relationships, and team development. Coaches project managers, enforces financial controls, leads contract negotiations and change management, supports business development, and standardizes operational best practices to scale the division.
Summary Generated by Built In

The Project Executive (PX) is a senior operational leader and business driver responsible for managing a portfolio of complex mechanical construction projects and leading high-performing project teams.

This role serves as the #2 leader within the division, directly supporting the Division Manager by driving execution, profitability, client relationships, and team development.

The PX operates as a Leader–Doer, balancing:

  • Strategic oversight
  • Operational execution
  • Client engagement
  • Talent development

Who we are:

Mark III is a full-service construction company comprised of three complementary business units: M3 MEP, M3 Service, and M3 Components. We support projects from initial concept through long-term maintenance, with specialized expertise in healthcare, higher education, industrial, life science, and technology markets.

Our integrated, big-picture approach allows us to self-perform electrical, HVAC, plumbing, process piping, prefabrication, and MEP design. By consolidating these services under one organization, clients benefit from reduced profit layers, minimized scope gaps, and simplified project schedules—working with a single, accountable partner rather than multiple consultants and subcontractors.

Headquartered in Sacramento, California, Mark III operates throughout California and Nevada. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility serves as a centralized hub supporting five core trades: HVAC, mechanical piping, plumbing, electrical, and metal-stud framing. To support our continued growth, we will be relocating from our current combined 62,000 square feet of office and operational space to a new 340,000-square-foot headquarters at 2031 Optisolar Lane, with the move planned for completion by the end of Q2 2026.

Mission:

Leading the Evolution of Construction

Vision: Exposing the World to a New Way to Build

Core Values:

  • Teamwork
  • Excellence
  • Perseverance
  • Integrity
  • Continuous Improvement

Requirements

Primary Responsibilities

1. Project & Portfolio Leadership

  • Oversee a portfolio of large-scale mechanical projects from preconstruction through closeout
  • Lead project planning, job start meetings, and execution strategies
  • Ensure strong project setup, staffing, and mobilization
  • Conduct regular site visits to verify progress, quality, and risk mitigation
  • Drive timely project closeout and post-job performance reviews

2. Financial Performance & Accountability

  • Own revenue, cost, and gross profit performance across assigned projects
  • Monitor forecasts, labor productivity, and cost trends
  • Lead corrective actions to protect or recover margin
  • Partner with PMs and Division Manager to achieve business plan targets

3. Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop PMs, APMs, and Project Engineers
  • Ensure role clarity, accountability, and adherence to standards
  • Drive performance management and career development plans
  • Support recruiting efforts, interview candidates, and help build bench strength

4. Contract & Risk Management

  • Review prime contracts and subcontracts and assist in negotiations
  • Identify and mitigate risk (financial, legal, operational)
  • Ensure compliance with contract requirements and company standards
  • Support change management strategy and dispute resolution

5. Client Relationship & Business Development

  • Maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners
  • Actively participate in proposal efforts and client presentations
  • Support Business Development in securing new work and repeat clients
  • Represent Mark III in industry organizations, conferences, and networking events

6. Operational Excellence & Process Leadership

  • Standardize best practices across project teams
  • Improve reporting accuracy, forecasting reliability, and execution consistency
  • Support division initiatives related to:
    • Prefabrication utilization
    • Scheduling improvements
    • Cost tracking and controls
  • Ensure alignment with Mark III’s evolving construction methods

7. Strategic Leadership (Division Support)

  • Support Division Manager with overall business planning and execution
  • Help drive EOS/operational goals and strategic initiatives
  • Provide input on market positioning, growth strategy, and client targeting

The ideal PX is:

  • A high-accountability leader who drives performance and owns results
  • A builder of teams and culture who develops talent at all levels
  • A strategic thinker who understands both project execution and business outcomes
  • A client-facing professional who builds trust and wins work
  • A problem solver with urgency who thrives in dynamic environments

Qualifications

  • 10+ years construction experience (mechanical preferred)
  • Proven leadership managing multiple PMs and large project portfolios
  • Strong financial acumen (forecasting, cost control, margin management)
  • Experience with complex commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated ability to develop people and lead teams

Why This Role Matters

This is a critical leadership position responsible for:

  • Scaling the mechanical division
  • Driving profitability across major projects
  • Developing the next generation of leaders
  • Strengthening client relationships and market presence

Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Car Allowance
  • Fuel Card
  • Training & Development
  • Onsite Gym and kitchen

Salary Range $160k - $200k DOE also eligible to particiapte in Mark III Annual Bonus Plan

"Mark III Construction and its affiliated companies is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, caste, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, marital status, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, protected veteran or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law."

Skills Required

  • 10+ years construction experience
  • Mechanical construction experience
  • Proven leadership managing multiple project managers and large project portfolios
  • Strong financial acumen including forecasting, cost control, and margin management
  • Experience with complex commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated ability to develop people and lead teams
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The Company
327 Employees
Year Founded: 1976

What We Do

Mark III Construction is a full-service MEP contractor specializing in commercial and industrial projects, offering mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and underground utilities services. They leverage industrialized construction approaches, including a manufacturing facility for prefabrication.

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