Project Executive- Commercial and Industrial Electrical Construction

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first. Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates.

We only accept direct applications. Wallace Electric Company is actively seeking an “Accomplished” AND “Results-Driven” Project Executive for their operations team. Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record and stable employment history.

The Project Executive is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, financial performance, and operational execution of commercial and industrial electrical construction projects. This role oversees multiple projects and project teams, ensuring successful delivery of electrical systems while maintaining safety, quality, schedule, client satisfaction, and profitability goals. The Project Executive serves as the primary liaison between clients, company leadership, project managers, field operations, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership Operations Provide executive oversight for multiple commercial and industrial electrical construction projects. Lead and mentor Project Managers, Estimators, Superintendents, Leads/Foremen and support staff. Establish project execution strategies and operational plans to achieve company objectives.

Foster a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Project Management Oversee project planning, scheduling, procurement, execution, and closeout activities. Monitor project milestones, productivity, labor performance, and material management.

Review and approve project budgets, forecasts, change orders, and major purchasing decisions. Identify and mitigate project risks and develop corrective action plans when necessary. Financial Management Maintain overall responsibility for project profitability and financial performance.

Review monthly financial reports, cost projections, cash flow, and earned value metrics. Lead project forecasting and budget management processes. Ensure proper billing, collections, and contract compliance.

Drive cost-control initiatives and maximize project margins. Client Relations Business Development Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, developers, general contractors, engineers, architects, and key stakeholders. Serve as the executive point of contact for strategic customers and major projects.

Participate in client presentations, project interviews, and contract negotiations. Identify opportunities for repeat business and market expansion. Support business development efforts and strategic growth initiatives.

Contract Risk Management Review project contracts, specifications, and terms and conditions. Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company policies. Oversee change management processes, claims resolution, and dispute mitigation.

Manage project risk assessments and implement risk reduction strategies. Safety Quality Champion a safety-first culture throughout all operations.

Promote quality assurance and quality control programs. Support incident investigations and corrective action implementation.

Qualifications

Education Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution. Will substitute degree for experience. Equivalent combination of education and industry experience considered.