Project Executive - Higher Education - Bethesda, MD

Bethesda, Maryland Permanent USD170,000 - USD225,000 per year View Job Description
The Project Executive - Higher Education - Bethesda, MD will lead large‑scale higher education projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction, financial performance, and team leadership. This role partners closely with owners, designers, and internal teams to deliver complex projects exceeding $30M.
  • Lead landmark higher‑ed projects with a top‑tier DC Metro GC!
  • High‑impact role with strong compensation and long‑term growth!

About Our Client

Our client is a highly respected, growth‑oriented commercial general contractor with decades of success delivering complex projects across the DC Metro region. Known for collaboration, employee development, and a family‑oriented culture, they consistently invest in both their people and their projects.

Job Description

The Project Executive - Higher Education - Bethesda, MD will be responsible for:

  • Provide executive‑level oversight of higher education projects from pursuit through completion
  • Lead and mentor Project Managers, Senior PMs, Superintendents, and project teams
  • Manage project financials, schedules, contracts, and risk to ensure profitability
  • Serve as the primary client liaison, building long‑term trusted relationships
  • Drive preconstruction strategy, value engineering, and constructability reviews
  • Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and company standards across all projects
  • Collaborate with leadership to support business development and strategic growth

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Project Executive - Higher Education - Bethesda, MD should have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
  • 10-12+ years of experience with a General Contractor
  • Proven experience delivering higher education projects start‑to‑finish
  • Demonstrated success leading projects $30M+ in value
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera, and BIM



Strong Senior Project Managers with the right project experience will also be considered.

What's on Offer

The Project Executive - Higher Education - Bethesda, MD will receive:

  • Competitive base salary ($170K-$225K) plus annual bonus
  • Lead high‑profile, award‑winning projects across education, healthcare, and life sciences
  • Join a financially strong company with 28% year‑over‑year growth
  • Vehicle allowance and exceptional benefits package
  • Collaborative, people‑first culture with real investment in leadership development



If you're ready to take the next step in your construction career, apply today!

Contact
Morgan Metcalf
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7026569

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Bethesda
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Morgan Metcalf
Job Reference
JN-052026-7026569