Project Executives

About the role

The project executive is responsible for high-level management of medium-to-large-sized projects, some short-term and others long-term. The project executive will develop the strategic goals and objectives for the organization's projects, monitoring their progress and performance, and stepping in to resolve any issues that may arise during the project's life cycle. The project executive will also build relationships with clients and manage their expectations.

Key responsibilities

• Communicate with upper management and work on developing strategic goals and objectives
• Create a strategic plan to achieve agreed-upon strategic goals and objectives
• Manage the organization's fiscal operating and capital budget and expenses
• Create a project plan, including work breakdown structure (WBS)
• Oversee project planning, organizing and supervising project team
• Review project documentation
• Track project progress
• Approve spending levels and plans
• Coordinate with clients to ensure satisfaction and expectations
• Follow performance metrics
• Respond to approvals and notifications
• Supervise project team through the project’s life cycle
• Communicate with stakeholders
• Responsible for hiring and filling vacancies
• Build client and vendor relationships