Arena Family of Companies is hiring: Project Executive in Palo Alto

Project Executive- Education project experience required.

Location: Bay

Compensation: 200-250k+ 100% employer-paid benefits and bonus.

Opportunity:

Join a well-established, $250M General Contractor with deep roots across Southern California. With a diverse portfolio and a strong backlog throughout the Bay and West Coast, we’re seeking a PX to take ownership of complex K-12, higher education, and healthcare construction projects.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead ground-up and renovation projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Oversee budgets, schedules, subcontracts, and client relations
• Mentor and manage Project Engineers, Assistant PMs, and Supers
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, architects, and consultants
• Ensure quality, safety, and contract compliance across all phases
• Partner with executives on long-term project planning and team development

What We’re Looking For:

• 8+ years of experience in commercial construction project management
• Strong background in education projects.
• Proven leadership managing jobs in the $10M–$50M range or larger
• Deep knowledge of project documentation, contracts, and cost control
• Ability to lead multiple teams and stakeholders toward successful delivery

Why Join:

• Supportive leadership and well-structured internal systems
• 100% paid health, dental, vision and other great benefits
• Work on meaningful, community-focused projects like schools and hospitals
• Career Advancement