Vice President/Project Executive-Commercial Interior Construction

About the Company
Our client is one of the Mid-Atlantic's premier commercial interior contractors, specializing in metal framing, drywall installation, acoustical ceilings, specialty ceilings, floor preparation, and other interior construction solutions. Since its founding, the company has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, reliable execution, and long-term partnerships with leading general contractors, developers, and owners across the Mid-Atlantic markets. Today, the company employs more than 400 field professionals and delivers millions of square feet of commercial interior construction annually.
Driven by a culture centered on accountability, continuous improvement, and investing in its people, the company is seeking an accomplished Regional Director to guide its Richmond operation through its next phase of growth.
About the Position
The Vice President/Project Executive will provide executive leadership for the Richmond business, overseeing operations, project execution, financial performance, client development, and team leadership across a diverse portfolio of commercial interior construction projects.
This role is ideal for an experienced leader with expertise in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, and commercial interior systems who is passionate about building high-performing teams, strengthening client relationships, and driving profitable growth.
Working closely with executive leadership, the VP/PX will establish operational strategy while ensuring every project is executed with the quality, safety, and reliability that have become hallmarks of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all operational activities for the Richmond division, ensuring safe, profitable, and efficient project delivery
Oversee project execution from preconstruction through closeout for commercial interior construction projects
Mentor and develop Project Executives, Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership
Drive operational excellence across scheduling, estimating, budgeting, procurement, production, and quality control
Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, owners, architects, and industry partners
Identify new business opportunities while expanding existing client partnerships
Manage division financial performance, including forecasting, profitability, staffing, and resource planning
Collaborate with executive leadership to develop long-term growth strategies and operational initiatives
Champion a culture built on accountability, teamwork, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement
Ensure all projects meet the company's high standards for safety, quality, and customer satisfaction
Requirements
Minimum of 10 years leadership experience within commercial interior construction
Strong background in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, or related specialty contracting
Demonstrated success leading multiple project teams and managing large-scale commercial construction operations
Strong understanding of estimating, scheduling, project management, budgeting, and operational planning
Proven ability to develop high-performing teams while mentoring future leaders
Experience managing business unit financial performance, forecasting, and operational metrics
Excellent relationship-building skills with clients, general contractors, and design professionals
Strong business development mindset with a history of expanding customer relationships
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline is preferred
Benefits
Competitive executive compensation package $150,000-$250,000
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company contribution
Paid vacation and company holidays
Professional development and executive leadership opportunities
Opportunity to lead one of the region's premier commercial interior construction operations
Collaborative leadership team that values innovation, accountability, and employee development
Significant opportunity to shape the future growth of a rapidly expanding organization