Senior Project Executive

Location: Remote | United States
Employment Status: Full-Time

About the role

Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner delivering premier automation solutions across the Energy, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical markets. Guided by The Thermo Way, we are unified, dynamic, and committed to delivering excellence. Our culture is grounded in three core principles: Employee Success, Customer Success, and Financial Strength.

The Senior Project Executive is a senior delivery leader responsible for a portfolio of complex, high-impact control systems projects. This role owns delivery performance across safety, quality, schedule, cost, and customer experience while providing strategic leadership to Project Managers and cross-functional teams. The Senior Project Executive serves as a key escalation point, strategic partner to leadership, and driver of operational excellence across the project management function.

Travel: Up to 25-50%

Responsibilities

• Own delivery performance across a portfolio of complex projects including risk, schedule, cost, margin, and customer satisfaction
• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers to drive consistent, high-quality execution
• Serve as the primary escalation point for critical project risks, issues, and customer concerns
• Review and approve project forecasts, cost-to-complete reports, and financial projections
• Ensure projects are delivered at or above target gross profit margins
• Provide strategic oversight on project execution, contracts, and commercial performance
• Support resource planning and staffing forecasts in partnership with engineering and business development
• Align project execution with Thermo Systems standards, QMS requirements, and strategic objectives
• Support business development efforts through staffing alignment and customer relationship support
• Maintain executive-level relationships with customers, general contractors, and key partners
• Champion a strong safety and quality culture across all project teams
• Partner with engineering, operations, and business development to align delivery strategy and execution
• Communicate clearly and proactively with internal leadership, customers, and stakeholders
• Identify and escalate risks, constraints, and scope changes early
• Drive alignment across teams to resolve issues and maintain delivery momentum
• Ensure adherence to company policies, QMS standards, and project governance processes
• Drive consistency and discipline in project delivery across the organization
• Identify and implement improvements to enhance operational efficiency and project outcomes
• Support development and elevation of project management capabilities across Thermo Systems

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience
• 15+ years of experience in project or program delivery within industrial or technical environments
• Proven experience leading complex project portfolios and high-performing teams
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred

Skills

• Strong executive leadership and team development capabilities
• Deep understanding of project financials, forecasting, and margin management
• Experience managing risk, contracts, and change control processes
• Strong knowledge of control systems and industrial project environments
• Ability to influence and drive alignment across cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• High level of organization, accountability, and execution discipline
• Proven ability to improve operational performance and delivery outcomes
• Commitment to quality, safety, and accountability

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with annual bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low-cost options
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement and professional credential support
• In-house and external technical training opportunities

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.