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Project Executive, Commercial MEP Construction

  • Richmond, Virginia
  • Permanent
  • Nov 4, 2026
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Project Executive, Commercial MEP Construction

Richmond, Virginia (Commutable from: Petersburg, Chester, Midlothian, Glen Allen, Ashland, Mechanicsville and Colonial Heights)

$150,000 - $180,000 + Bonus + Senior Leadership Role + Certification Reimbursement + Fully Paid Medical, Dental, Life & Disability + 401(k) with Generous Match + HSA Match + PTO

Are you an experienced MEP Senior Project Manager or Project Executive looking to take full ownership of a portfolio of large, complex commercial MEP projects? Do you want to be the senior authority that clients, architects and engineers trust, with the autonomy to run your projects your way?

On offer is a senior position where you will lead two or more projects at a time, set the objectives, standards and strategy on each, and help shape the business by developing new work with your clients. You will have HVAC, plumbing and electrical in-house and two prefab shops behind you, giving you real control over schedule, quality and cost.

This company is one of the leading commercial and industrial contractors in the region and is growing fast, having just doubled in size with a brand new second HQ. They back their senior people with reimbursed specialist certifications and a benefits package that is fully paid at zero cost to you.

In this role you will be the face of the business on your projects, leading superintendents and project teams, owning the commercial and financial performance, and building the client relationships that win repeat work.

This role would suit an MEP Senior Project Manager or Project Executive looking to be recognized as the senior lead on high-value commercial projects, with genuine autonomy and a business that rewards it.

The Role:

  • Full ownership of multiple commercial MEP projects, leading superintendents, field staff and project teams
  • Lead the commercial side, including revenue forecasts, cash flow, schedule of values and change orders, and develop new business with key clients
  • Excellent salary, bonus, fully paid benefits and reimbursed specialist certifications


The Candidate:

  • 10+ years' experience in project management with a commercial MEP or mechanical contractor
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent vocational training and experience
  • Looking for a senior, autonomous, long-term position


To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now", or contact Ed Chandler at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Reference: 281924

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Rise Technical Recruitment Inc of 1011 Centre Rd, Suite 322, Wilmington, DE 19805 act as an employer-paid private personnel agency.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Reference Number: BBBH281924_1793790102
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Richmond, Virginia

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US$150,000 - US$180,000 per annum

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Permanent

Job Type

Construction

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BBBH281924_1793790102

Reference Number

04 Nov 2026

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