Project Executive – Commercial Construction

W.E. O'Neil Construction

. Provide leadership and direction across assigned projects, project teams, and operational resources.

Posted 10/2/2026full-timePleasanton • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $270,000 - $290,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive leadership in managing complex construction operations and project teams while ensuring financial performance and risk management. Possesses advanced knowledge of construction methods, project delivery, and strategic relationship-building with clients and industry partners.

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Construction Industry ExperienceProject Delivery MethodsFinancial ManagementRisk ManagementLeadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Construction ManagementProject ControlsContract AdministrationProcurementVDC/BIM ProcessesBuilding SystemsConstructability Principles

Soft Skills

Relationship-BuildingNegotiationStrategic Decision-MakingMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Construction ManagementBachelor's Degree in EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Architecture

Industry Keywords

Commercial Project TypesOperational ResourcesFinancial PerformanceClient RelationshipsProject Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership and direction across assigned projects, project teams, and operational resources.
Champion a strong safety culture.
Own financial performance, including profitability, forecasting, cash flow, and risk.
Oversee and guide Project Directors, Senior Project Managers, and Project Managers across diverse commercial project types.
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with clients, architects, consultants, and industry partners.
Serve as a senior company representative on key accounts.
Lead or support major pursuits, client interviews, and presentations.
Develop, mentor, and support Project Directors and project leadership.
Guide teams in evaluating and mitigating contractual, financial, and operational risks.
Participate in reviewing and negotiating significant contracts and project agreements.
Work closely with clients, consultants, trade partners, project teams, and company leadership.

Requirements

What you’ll need

18+ years of progressively responsible construction industry experience.
Demonstrated success leading complex construction operations, project teams, and client relationships across varied commercial sectors.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Expert understanding of project delivery methods, construction operations, risk management, project controls, procurement, contract administration, and financial management.
Advanced knowledge of construction means and methods, constructability principles, building systems, and VDC/BIM processes.
Strong business acumen and strategic decision-making ability.
Ability to oversee multiple project teams and Project Directors simultaneously.
Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Experience developing operational leaders and supporting organizational growth.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Oversight of a varied commercial portfolio — office, retail, higher education, aviation — rather than being boxed into a single project type.
A senior leadership seat with real influence over strategy, major pursuits, and developing the people who become future Project Directors.
100% employee-owned (ESOP) company with a track record dating back to 1925 — your leadership has a direct stake in the outcome.
Full benefits package: competitive pay, bonus program, medical/dental/vision insurance, PTO/sick leave, life insurance, 401(k) with match, and a student debt assistance program.
Equal Opportunity Employer.