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Senior Project Executive - Traveler

Company : Gilbane

Location : Philadelphia, PA

Job Type : Full Time

Date Posted : 9 January 2026

Overview

Are you a highly technical, strong communicator who thrives in a team environment on complex projects?

Gilbane is seeking a Senior Project Executive - Nationwide Traveler with extensive experience in the Life Sciences sector.  As a representative of the Company, you will be responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of multiple complex construction management projects.  Additionally, you will mentor multiple Project Executives.  This role requires frequent travel to jobs sites and Gilbane offices for training, meetings, and more.  You may also be required to be assigned to a project site at times.

If you can position, sell, and execute, we want to talk with you.

Who are we?  

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Who are you? 

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.  

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.  

Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. 

What’s in it for you?   

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

Responsibilities

  • Assumes overall accountability for jobsite safety
  • Assumes overall accountability for meeting contract requirements
  • Verifies the accuracy of project financial forecast, notice provisions, and billings to meet contract requirements and resolve potential claims and deviations
  • Ensures team creates a project-specific quality plan aligned with the owner contract and contract documents
  • Ensures a team creates a closeout plan in alignment with the contract documents
  • Provides leadership in motivating the project team(s) and maintain a positive work environment
  • Directs and supervises work of project administration, project superintendents, and engineers to establish operational priorities and maintain satisfactory relationships with owners, subcontractors, unions, etc.
  • Assumes overall accountability of subcontracting strategy and the integrity of the buyout process on all projects
  • Negotiate all aspects of contracts, lead implementation of risk mitigation plan, final review of draft contracts, agreements, and purchase orders
  • Assumes overall accountability to ensure project compliance with the insurance and bonds
  • Manages the design phase of a GMP or design build project; leads and oversees the development of GMP/ lump sum submission
  • Oversees schedule planning and execution of multiple projects; accountable for the management of schedule risks that lead to erosion and provides guidance in strategies and actions to prevent risk 
  • Develops a comprehensive understanding of the local market areas and profiles to create and lead a networking strategy
  • Partners with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, client capture plans and account plans. Optimizes profit levers and gross profit margin tactics to achieve performance targets on new sales. Leads opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that help position Gilbane as the ”Builder of Choice”
  • Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
  • Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
  • Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
  • 12-18 years of experience in the lead role on projects valued at $150 million or larger with extensive experience with Life Sciences projects
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Strong technical and communication skills are critical
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Leadership and management skills
  • Knowledge of industry standard software such as Procore and Microsoft Office (preferred)

This position can be performed remotely or from any U.S. location where Gilbane has an office. Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

The pay ranges from $183,000-$276,800 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

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

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly. 

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Frequently asked questions

Traveling Project Executives juggle on-site supervision across diverse locations, which demands agility in managing teams and adapting to varying client needs. This dynamic environment enhances leadership skills, requiring constant communication and strategic coordination unlike fixed-site roles.

Professionals in this role often advance toward senior leadership positions like Director of Project Management or Regional Operations Manager, leveraging their broad exposure to multiple project sites and complex contract negotiations to influence company-wide strategies.

Key strengths include exceptional communication, risk management, and multitasking abilities, combined with expertise in contract oversight and team leadership across geographically dispersed sites, ensuring projects meet financial and quality benchmarks.

Gilbane emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and entrepreneurial spirit, which aligns with this role’s need for disciplined leadership and collaborative problem-solving, fostering inclusive work environments while driving project success across locations.

Gilbane provides comprehensive training via Gilbane University, competitive benefits packages, and profit-sharing plans, supporting continuous professional development and financial wellness tailored for executives balancing travel with project oversight.

Philadelphia's robust life sciences and construction sectors fuel steady demand for project executives adept at site mobility. Local market growth, infrastructure investments, and a dense concentration of healthcare facilities amplify recruitment opportunities.

Certifications like PMP, OSHA safety credentials, and familiarity with Procore software are highly valued. These qualifications demonstrate readiness to manage complex projects safely and efficiently within Philadelphia's regulatory landscape.

Salaries typically range between $183,000 and $276,800 annually, reflecting factors like experience, education, and project complexity. This range is competitive for Philadelphia, considering the specialized life sciences construction expertise required.

Navigating diverse regulatory environments, synchronizing remote teams, and managing client expectations across time zones are significant challenges. Mastering these enhances project delivery and strengthens client relationships.

Gilbane invests in leadership development and flexible communication tools, enabling executives to mentor teams effectively while on the move, ensuring consistent project oversight and fostering high-performance cultures despite geographic distances.

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