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Project Executive; Construction

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Jobot
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Operations Manager
  • Management
    Operations Manager, Program / Project Manager, Contracts Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 - 200000 USD Yearly USD 150000.00 200000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Project Executive (Construction)

We are seeking a seasoned Project Executive to lead major projects and help manage our commercial construction division.

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a leading, full-service construction firm with a century-plus history, delivering high-profile building projects across the Chicagoland. With deep expertise across markets such as entertainment, light industrial, education, public, commercial, and healthcare, our teams partner with owners to deliver complex, critical projects at the highest standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Why join us

Join a construction firm where leadership is trusted, growth is intentional, and people come first. You’ll be backed by competitive compensation, strong benefits, and performance incentives, while leading high-profile, complex projects and teams that make a real impact.

  • Competitive base salary + performance bonus
  • Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off & paid parental leave
  • Long-term career growth with clear paths to senior and executive leadership
  • High-profile, complex commercial projects
  • Strong leadership support & mentorship
  • Opportunity to lead teams and influence strategy
  • Employee-first culture focused on safety, integrity, and collaboration
Job Details

We’re seeking an experienced Project Executive to lead complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final delivery. As a big-picture leader, you’ll be responsible for driving project performance, nurturing client relationships, and ensuring excellence across safety, schedule, quality, and financial results.

Responsibilities
  • Lead multiple commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
  • Oversee project teams, budgets, schedules, and overall project performance
  • Drive client relationships and serve as a primary point of contact
  • Partner with preconstruction on estimating, bid strategy, and risk management
  • Ensure projects meet safety, quality, schedule, and financial goals
  • Manage contracts, change orders, forecasting, and cost controls
  • Mentor and develop project managers, superintendents, and field teams
  • Collaborate with internal leadership to support business and operational goals

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