Vice President of Project Management

Confidential • Full-time • San Diego Metropolitan Area, US • 1d ago

Our client is a U.S.-based, privately held subcontractor with a national footprint. The company has a vertically integrated model—supported by advanced manufacturing facilities and skilled craftsmanship serving a diversified mix of premium end markets, including hospitality and luxury hotels, gaming and casino resorts, corporate and commercial interiors, among others.

The Opportunity

The Vice President of Project Management is a senior leader responsible for the strategic direction, performance, and integration of Project Management, Engineering, and Materials/Procurement functions.

Reporting Structure

The Vice President of Project Management will report directly to the CEO. Reporting into this role will be Engineering, Materials, Project Management and field teams which will include approximately 100 team members.

Key Responsibilities

Provide executive oversight of the entire project portfolio, ensuring successful execution from contract award through closeout.
Own portfolio financial performance, including revenue delivery, gross margin, and change order strategy and approval.
Oversee the Project Management function, driving disciplined project controls, change management, and schedule adherence.
Oversee the Engineering department, ensuring timely, accurate, and constructible submittals aligned with fabrication and field requirements.
Oversee the Materials and Procurement strategy, including vendor management, cost control, vendor performance, and mitigation of supply chain risk.
Ensure early identification and release of long-lead materials, protecting schedules and financial performance.
Drive cross-functional alignment between Project Management, Engineering, Materials/Procurement, and Field teams to ensure seamless execution.
Establish and enforce standardized processes and performance metrics across all project-related functions.
Oversee commercial risk management, including contract review, claims strategy, and executive-level dispute resolution.
Maintain executive relationships with key clients and partners, supporting major pursuits and strategic negotiations.
Implement systems and reporting infrastructure that provide real-time visibility into project health, risk exposure, and financial performance.
Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, contributing to overall business strategy and operational performance.

Required Qualifications

15+ years of experience in commercial construction.
8+ years in senior leadership overseeing large, multi-project portfolios.
Deep understanding of engineering, procurement, and commercial project execution.
Strong financial acumen with experience managing P&L performance.
Proven ability to scale systems and teams in an organization.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
MBA or advanced business education.
Experience with ERP systems, BIM workflows, and enterprise project controls.

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