#2026138 | Manager – Project Execution, National Projects (Lighting) |  National Account Lighting Distributor

Lead people, strengthen performance, and support execution across national project teams
I am working with a very successful National Account Lighting Distributor to hire an experienced Manager of Project Execution to focus on developing our team, strengthening performance, and ensuring consistency across project delivery.
Your Role and Purpose:
As the Manager – Project Execution, you are responsible for people leadership across the execution team, including Program Managers, Project Managers, and support roles. This role owns team capability, resource alignment, team consistency, and accountability to enable successful delivery of projects through:
Coaching and development
Performance management
Workload balancing
You will partner closely with Program Managers and Senior Project Managers, who own project execution, to ensure associates are supported, developed, and positioned to succeed.
Program Managers and Senior Project Managers are accountable for project execution and outcomes, while this role is accountable for team performance, development, and consistency.
What You’ll Lead and Deliver
People Leadership and Performance Management
Team Performance and Accountability
Execution Performance and Operational Oversight
Strategic Resource Planning and Forecasting
Workload Planning and Resource Management
Coaching and Development
Cross-Functional Collaboration

What This Role Does Not Own:
Direct project execution decisions
Customer account ownership
Financial ownership of projects
Technical strategy or planning

What You’ll Bring:
Strong people leadership and coaching ability through defined expectations, operating rhythms and execution standards
Experience in the electrical or lighting industry with experience in quotations or project management
Ability to manage performance and hold associates accountable
Ability to identify capability gaps and develop strategies to improve team effectiveness
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and team dynamics
Strong understanding of project execution processes, resource planning, operational metrics, and financial drivers
Collaborative mindset and ability to partner across teams

Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in project management, operations, or related experience with demonstrated experience developing others
2+ years of direct people leadership experience preferred
Prior experience coaching, mentoring, or leading others preferred
Experience in electrical, construction, or facilities environment is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, and ERP systems
Approximately 10-20% travel is required