Project Executive - Industrial

About PARIC

Since 1979, PARIC has been a leader in general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. As one of the largest, privately-held companies in the Midwest, we are committed to investing in our communities and building lasting client relationships.

At PARIC, our employees operate in alignment with our core values, ensuring a safe, client-focused approach that delivers excellence on every project. We hire top talent, provide cutting-edge tools and training and turn our clients’ visions into reality.

PARIC’s Core Values

POWER OF ONE TEAM – Because people are the force behind every success. We have unity in purpose and diversity in talent.

EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS – Because surpassing all expectations is so profoundly satisfying. This commitment to excellence extends to every employee and to every project.

ENHANCING OUR COMMUNITY – Because we build more than buildings. We give our time, talents and resources to a range of community efforts.

DOING WHAT WE SAY – Because as the adage says: “You’re only as good as your word.” If we say something is going to happen, it will happen.

RELENTLESS EVOLUTION – Because if you’re not learning from your mistakes, you’re not growing. We embrace positive change, face challenges head-on and get even better with every project.

Role Overview:

PARIC is seeking an experienced Project Executive to lead large-scale industrial projects across mission critical, food & beverage, and manufacturing markets. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, developing high-performing teams, and delivering complex projects safely, profitably, and with exceptional quality.

As a Project Executive, you will oversee a portfolio of projects from early pursuit through closeout, partnering closely with preconstruction, business development, and executive leadership. You’ll serve as an executive sponsor for key clients, ensure disciplined project execution, and play a critical role in scaling the Industrial Sector while strengthening PARIC’s brand and client relationships.

This role also requires experience operating within active campus environments, where safety, logistics, and ongoing client operations must be balanced with speed-to-market delivery.

Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Project Execution

• Lead a portfolio of industrial projects ranging from $10M–$200M+, ensuring performance across safety, quality, schedule, cost, and client satisfaction.
• Conduct regular job walks and monthly reviews to proactively manage risk, schedule performance, and financial outcomes.
• Ensure disciplined project reporting and forecasting at both project and sector levels.

Strategy & Risk Management

• Translate sector strategy into actionable execution plans that support growth and repeatable success.
• Provide operational leadership during pursuits, go/no-go decisions, and proposal development.
• Champion early risk identification and mitigation throughout the full project lifecycle, from pursuit through turnover.
• Lead and support subcontract negotiations and ensure contractual obligations are executed in a risk-aware manner.

Client & Market Leadership

• Serve as an executive sponsor for key clients, building long-term relationships and positioning PARIC as a trusted advisor.
• Deliver projects that create repeat business and “raving fans” through exceptional execution and client-focused problem solving.

Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Coach, mentor, and develop Project Managers, Superintendents, and Project Executives.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning to align with sector growth and backlog.
• Conduct staffing alignment, annual reviews, and ongoing one-on-one coaching to develop future leaders.

Systems, Processes & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Define and implement scalable operational systems, processes, and standards across the Industrial sector.
• Partner with preconstruction, estimating, safety, QA/QC, scheduling, and business development teams to deliver a seamless project experience.
• Collaborate across sectors to share best practices and drive enterprise-wide continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

Required:

• 15+ years of construction experience, including 5+ years in senior operational leadership overseeing large-scale industrial projects.
• Proven experience in mission critical, food & beverage, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, risk allocation, and commercial strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to build, systematize, and scale operational processes.
• Proven leader with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (MBA or equivalent experience preferred).
• Willingness to travel as needed for project oversight and client engagement.

Why Join Us?

• We offer comprehensive benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible PTO, 10 Paid Holidays per year, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
• Career development and professional growth opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture rooted in our core values.

AAP/EEO Statement

PARIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.