There’s never been a better time to join Stratus! As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we transform how national brands connect with their customers. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs.

From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio, every employee is a stakeholder in Stratus’ success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals with a commitment to customer service, focus on execution and bias for action.

Summary

The Executive Vice President of Project Management is a key enterprise leader responsible for setting the strategic vision and driving operational excellence across Stratus’ defined customer-facing project management divisions. This role does not oversee internal IT or enterprise PMO functions; instead, it focuses on delivering complex, multi-site programs for Stratus clients, ensuring best-in-class execution of signage and brand implementation projects. The EVP will lead a team of division SVPs and partner cross-functionally to create scalable processes, enhance client satisfaction, and support the development of Project Managers across the organization.

This executive will be accountable for revenue growth, margin improvement, and operational efficiency, while cultivating a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous improvement.

Location: This leader is ideally based in the Greater Cleveland or Chicagoland area, but we’re open to remote candidates.

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Lead customer-facing project delivery teams, ensuring successful execution of signage and brand implementation programs across multiple industries.
• Define and execute the enterprise-wide project management strategy aligned with Stratus’ growth objectives.
• Drive innovation in project delivery methodologies, leveraging technology and process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Partner with executive leadership on long-term planning, acquisitions integration, and major initiatives.

Financial & Operational Performance

• Own P&L responsibility for assigned project management divisions; set and achieve revenue, gross margin, and SG&A targets.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for operational performance, customer satisfaction, and cost containment.
• Implement SMART plans for continuous improvement in revenue growth, margin expansion, and operational efficiency.

Talent Development & Organizational Culture

• Lead, mentor, and develop SVPs, Directors, and Project Managers to build a high-performing, accountable team.
• Foster a culture of empowerment, ownership, and innovation across all levels of the organization.
• Implement standardized service delivery approaches and best practices across divisions.

Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and client requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while capitalizing on opportunities for improvement and growth.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required; Advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in project management or related field.
• Deep understanding of multi-site rollout programs and signage industry; this is not an internal IT PMO role.
• Experience in signage, brand maintenance, or similar customer-facing project environments required.
• Proven track record of leading multi-division teams and delivering measurable business results.
• Strategic thinker with proven ability to drive operational excellence and revenue growth.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing large-scale budgets and P&L.
• Ability to balance high-level vision with detailed execution.
• Expertise in project management methodologies and tools.
• PMP certification is a plus.

Travel

Travel is an essential function of this position due to the need for in-person interaction with customers, field partners, and/or business stakeholders. Travel may include local, regional, or national destinations and may be conducted via automobile, air, or other modes of transportation. All travel must be pre-approved in accordance with company policy and conducted in compliance with applicable safety and expense guidelines.

Why Work With Us

• Supportive & Friendly Culture
• Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401k with Employer Contribution
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off program + Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
• Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors

Pay Range

$190,000.00 - $220,000.00 annually - A pay range listed reflects the potential pay for this role. The pay will depend on various factors, such as responsibilities of the position, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Not all positions posted will have a pay range listed.