Project Executive - Mission Critical

Executive Vice President / Senior Director / Project Executive
Austin, Texas

With 19 years of experience and hundreds of million-dollar projects completed, Hays Electrical Services provides exceptional electrical construction services across large-scale commercial and mission critical markets. We approach every project with a cooperative mindset, working alongside owners, general contractors, and trade partners to ensure successful project delivery. Our team is committed to operational excellence, safety, and long-term client relationships built on trust and performance.

Position Summary

The Executive Vice President / Senior Director / Project Executive provides senior-level leadership and strategic oversight for large-scale commercial and mission critical projects in the Austin market. This role is responsible for driving operational performance, client satisfaction, financial outcomes, and team development across multiple projects and project teams. The position serves as a key leader within the organization, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company standards and long-term growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight of multiple large-scale commercial and mission critical projects from preconstruction through closeout.

• Lead and mentor Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership to ensure consistent execution and performance.

• Oversee project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and margin management.

• Maintain and strengthen relationships with owners, general contractors, and strategic partners.

• Participate in business development efforts, including client engagement, proposal review, and strategic planning.

• Ensure adherence to safety standards, quality expectations, and company operational procedures.

• Drive accountability across teams to meet project schedules and performance benchmarks.

• Identify and mitigate project risks while supporting effective problem resolution.

• Support workforce planning and leadership development initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

• Extensive experience managing large-scale commercial and/or mission critical electrical construction projects.

• Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing multiple project teams.

• Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and forecasting.

• Proven ability to build and maintain executive-level client relationships.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and strategic planning skills.

• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.