Project Executive - Commercial Interiors
$200k - $250k/yr
Expert
Bachelor's
California, USA
In Person
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management
About the job
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of experience as a Senior Project Manager or similar position doing work in commercial tenant improvements, mission critical, building infrastructure, or healthcare with profit-and-loss responsibility.
- Must have at least 5 years of experience supervising more than 5 employees, such as Superintendents, Project Managers, and Project Support staff.
- Advanced experience and knowledge of commercial construction estimating, means and methods, accounting such as income statements, project administration, LEED certifications, and a thorough understanding of industry practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and computer skills.
- Must possess personal integrity and the ability to create and lead an organizational culture of collaboration, internally and externally.
- Must have experience with direct supervision running multiple projects.
- Knowledge of construction principles, techniques, and procedures.
- Knowledge of a diversified portfolio of construction types.
- Skill in using computer software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and project scheduling applications.
- Ability to effectively present information in oral, written, and graphic form.
- Demonstrated skills in organizing and evaluating information and proactively finding solutions for construction projects.
- Ability to read architectural and engineering plans and specifications.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Must adhere to the company value system of prioritizing why the company exists over what it builds.
Responsibilities
- Manage a business unit or group within the company’s core service offerings and assume responsibility for its overall financial performance.
- Bring project opportunities from existing or newly developed client relationships, secure and deliver a specified amount of work, and develop a book of business for the group.
- Manage project work directly and, as volume and profitability dictate and with President approval, build a team of Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Engineers.
- Serve as a technical and administrative resource to company employees across groups.
- Take overall responsibility for delivering the group’s projects.
- Contribute to developing and implementing corporate policies and procedures.
- Lead pre-construction services for the group and take overall responsibility for its estimates and bids.
- Participate actively in project buyout.
- Lead project kickoff meetings with the General Superintendent and/or Project Superintendent.
- Work with the Account Executive to obtain client feedback on project performance and keep the Account Executive informed about the group’s bids and projects.
- Allocate projects to staff and oversee the group’s project management process for all projects.
- Oversee the submittal, request for information, and closeout processes.
- Make recommendations regarding staffing, development needs, position evaluations, and compensation.
- Lead and enforce the corporate safety program.
- Develop and maintain employee mentoring and training programs for employee development and growth.
- Coordinate project mobilization, demobilization, and equipment needs.
- Work with the accounting department to resolve project cost issues.
- Visit each job site and attend subcontractor progress meetings as required to maintain working knowledge of project status and issues.
- Attend regular Owner meetings.
- Assist Project Managers and Superintendents in the group with resolving specific issues and requests.
- Perform monthly project reviews with each Project Manager or team member.
- Participate in developing the strategic plan and mentor staff in participating in the company’s short-, mid-, and long-range plans.
Desired Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in construction management, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
- LEED accreditation is preferred.
- Experience with critical path method scheduling and estimating is preferred.
About the company
Skyline Construction handles commercial construction projects in offices, life science, healthcare, and hospitality. It operates eight offices across Northern and Southern California, Washington, and Illinois, and is 100% employee-owned. The company focuses on delivering predictable, transparent, and consistent project outcomes to improve the final product. With a revenue of over $750 million, Skyline emphasizes alignment of incentives through employee ownership and strong client collaboration to manage projects from planning through completion. Distinguishing factors include its employee-owned structure, regional footprint, and recognition as a top national contractor by industry publications, as well as repeated listings as an Inc. Best Workplace. Its goal is to continue growing while maintaining high standards of transparency, predictability, and quality for its clients.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Santa Clara, California
Founded
1996
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 10, 2026 leadership promotions signal active growth and tighter regional execution.
- September 17, 2026 Cal Poly recruiting shows ongoing hiring across Northern California and Midwest.
- Skyline keeps landing complex projects for innovative clients, reinforcing premium pricing and repeat business.
What critics are saying
- California SB 61 cuts retention to 5% on 2026 work orders, squeezing cash flow.
- January 13, 2026 Skyline Construction, Inc. v. Hamm, Inc. exposes contract dispute execution risk.
- Heavy California and workplace-construction concentration leaves Skyline exposed if tech office demand weakens in 2027.
What makes Skyline Construction unique
- Founded 1996, Skyline Construction reaches nearly $1 billion revenue through commercial interiors.
- July 10, 2026 promotions centralize California leadership under Adam Chelini and Rene Olivo.
- Skyline specializes in technology campuses, science facilities, and advanced healthcare, with Google experience.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Gym Membership
- Pet Insurance