Project Executive - Mission Critical (Birmingham)

Due to continued expansion in the mission critical space, a leading contractor is seeking a Project Executive to oversee delivery of a hyperscale data center project. This role will be based out of Birmingham, Alabama - with some travel to the project site, and will play a critical leadership role in one of the region’s most significant data center developments.

The Project Executive will have full oversight of project performance, client relationships, and team leadership across a highly complex, technically demanding build. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in hyperscale or mission critical construction and a proven ability to lead large teams and deliver high-value projects successfully.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight of a hyperscale data center project from preconstruction through closeout.
• Lead project teams including Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and field leadership.
• Maintain ultimate responsibility for project performance, including schedule, budget, and risk management.
• Build and manage strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee contract strategy, procurement approach, and commercial performance.
• Drive project execution standards across safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Lead high-level reporting, forecasting, and decision-making processes.
• Mentor and develop senior project staff and build high-performing teams.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience with a general contractor preferred.
• Experience delivering hyperscale data center or mission critical projects .
• Proven track record in a Project Executive or Senior Project Manager role on large-scale projects.
• Strong leadership experience managing large, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Deep understanding of complex MEP systems and mission critical infrastructure.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to lead a hyperscale data center project .
• Senior leadership role with high visibility and impact- positioned for Regional Leadership in under 2 years.
• Strong pipeline of mission critical work across the region.
• Competitive executive compensation package including bonus and long-term incentives.
• Work with an industry-leading team on technically complex, cutting-edge projects.