Construction Operations Project Executive

Location: Salt Lake City, UT (On-site, with Travel)

A nationally respected commercial builder is seeking a Construction Operations Project Executive to help lead the charge on high-visibility projects throughout the U.S. This leadership position plays a key role in guiding project teams, shaping operational strategy, and ensuring excellence from preconstruction through delivery. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact by leading major builds while mentoring talent and optimizing performance on a portfolio of large-scale, ground-up construction initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managed several project teams simultaneously, supporting execution of large-scale commercial and industrial construction efforts.
• Own the full project lifecycle, including planning, cost forecasting, scheduling, and client engagement for each assigned project.
• Provide strategic oversight to project managers, field leaders, and technical staff to ensure alignment with performance goals and client expectations.
• Oversee risk mitigation, operational efficiency, and process improvement across all active projects within the assigned business unit.
• Partner with procurement, safety, finance, and preconstruction teams to ensure alignment across all phases of work.
• Cultivate long-term relationships with subcontractors, developers, design teams, and local stakeholders.
• Participate in business unit planning and budgeting efforts while tracking project-level profitability and performance metrics.
• Act as a cultural leader by promoting high standards in safety, ethics, and quality assurance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or related field; equivalent hands-on experience considered.
• 10+ years of progressive construction leadership experience, with a proven track record leading large-scale commercial projects.
• Experience managing project managers, assistant superintendents, and field operations teams across multiple job sites.
• Familiarity with cold storage, light industrial, or large commercial ground-up construction highly preferred.
• Strong business acumen with an ability to interpret cost reports, forecasts, and budgetary data to inform strategic decisions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a focus on team mentorship and client satisfaction.
• Comfortable with construction software and reporting tools such as Microsoft Excel and project management platforms.
•  Industry affiliations and professional certifications are beneficial but not required.

What This Company Offers:

• Competitive compensation structure and comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive executive team and clear pathways for upward mobility.
• Work on prominent projects with national exposure and community impact.
• Access to internal training and development programs that invest in your growth.

About Blue Signal:  

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