Business Unit Leader, Corporate Interiors

Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Employer-matched 401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Performance-based bonuses

Wellness program

Job summary

Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC) is seeking an experienced Business Unit Leader to grow our Commercial Interiors construction business. This executive leadership role is responsible for business development, operational performance, project delivery, client relationships, team development, and business unit profitability.

This is an opportunity for a proven construction leader who understands how to grow a business, develop strong client partnerships, build high-performing teams, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, business, engineering or related field.
• Proven track record growing client relationships and delivering profitable projects.
• Experience managing complex corporate interior projects with financial reporting.
• OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR, LEED accreditation welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Drive overall strategy, growth, profitability, and long-term success of the Corporate Interiors unit.
• Lead business development and build relationships with clients and partners.
• Partner with Strategy & Acquisition to identify and pursue new opportunities.
• Provide executive leadership to project teams, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance.
• Oversee preconstruction, constructability reviews, planning, and client presentations.
• Negotiate contracts and manage risk; mentor project leaders and foster accountability.
• Represent the company in industry groups and events; champion innovation and construction tech.

Skills

Client relationships

Growth strategy

Strategic planning

Leadership

Business development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Pvault

Primavera

BIM

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC), we believe every project is an opportunity to build something bigger than buildings. For more than 60 years, we've built lasting client relationships, successful careers, and a reputation for delivering exceptional construction experiences throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

We're seeking an experienced Business Unit Leader to lead and grow our Commercial Interiors construction business. This executive leadership role is responsible for business development, operational performance, project delivery, client relationships, team development, and business unit profitability.

This is an opportunity for a proven construction leader who understands how to grow a business, develop strong client partnerships, build high-performing teams, and successfully deliver complex corporate interiors, tenant improvement, and workplace renovation projects.

As the leader of the Corporate Interiors business unit, you will:

• Drive the overall strategy, growth, profitability, and long-term success of the business unit.
• Lead business development efforts and build strong relationships with clients, industry partners, and key stakeholders.
• Partner with the Strategy & Acquisition team to identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities.
• Provide executive leadership to project teams, ensuring successful delivery of projects across safety, quality, schedule, client satisfaction, and financial performance.
• Lead preconstruction efforts, including constructability reviews, project planning, logistics, and client presentations.
• Oversee contract negotiations and risk management activities.
• Develop, mentor, and coach project leaders while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and career growth.
• Represent Coakley & Williams Construction within industry organizations, networking groups, and community events.
• Champion innovation, operational excellence, and the use of construction technology across the business.

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate combines strong operational leadership with a successful track record of growing client relationships and delivering profitable projects.
• Commensurate experience in managing complex construction projects specifically those in premier corporate interior spaces, multiple project teams, accurate financial reporting and proven positive project financial results with demonstrated experience in risk management.
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven track record of client satisfaction and profitability.
• OSHA 30 hour, First Aid and CPR certifications.
• LEED Accreditation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Procore, Bluebeam, Pvault, as well as an understanding of Primavera scheduling and BIM.
• Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Trustworthy, self-motivated, passionate, and dedicated to high-quality work.

Why Join Coakley & Williams Construction?

This is more than a project leadership role. It's an opportunity to help shape the future of a growing business unit within one of the Mid-Atlantic region's most respected construction firms.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Lead a well-established Corporate Interiors business.
• Influence strategic growth and market expansion.
• Partner with a collaborative executive leadership team.
• Develop and mentor the next generation of construction professionals.
• Deliver impactful workplace, tenant improvement, and commercial interiors projects for valued clients.
• Join a company with a 60-year history of excellence, innovation, and strong client relationships.

Our Values

The Build Mindset guides everything we do.

We:

• Earn Trust Perpetually
• Apply Expertise Inventively
• Trade Perspectives Confidently

These values influence how we serve our clients, support our employees, and grow our business.

Coakley & Williams Construction offers a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package that includes health, dental and vision coverage, employer-matched 401(k), paid time off and holidays, performance-based bonuses, wellness program, and other voluntary benefits and leave types. In accordance to the Maryland Pay Transparency Law, the base salary for this position is: $180,000- $250,000 per year. The determination of salary is based on the candidate's individual professional experience, qualifications, education, skills, and training.

All qualified applicants to Coakley & Williams Construction are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or any other protected characteristic.