Hybrid Design-Build Project Executive – Chicago

Flowtec Construction; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 203,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Salary up to $200,000

National project leadership

Growth of Chicago team

Job summary

Flowtec Construction, a well-established design-build contractor, seeks a Project Executive to lead high-profile Chicago projects and help grow the local team.

Based in downtown Chicago with hybrid work flexibility, this role provides executive oversight of in-house architecture, design, preconstruction, and construction, plus mentoring of PMs and Senior PMs. Projects typically range in the tens of millions, with growth opportunities and no required travel.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading commercial construction projects at executive or senior PM level.
• Background in design-build delivery and in-house coordination.
• Experience overseeing large projects ($30M–$100M+).
• Track record of developing project teams and strong client relationships.
• Excellent judgement and communication for leading at project and team levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight across major design-build projects from planning through completion.
• Lead and support Project Managers and Senior Project Managers responsible for project delivery.
• Coordinate closely with in-house architecture, design, estimating, and construction teams.
• Maintain relationships with clients, design partners, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
• Help resolve complex project challenges and keep teams aligned on decisions and priorities.
• Recruit, develop, and mentor project management talent.
• Contribute to project planning, staffing, business development, and the continued growth of the Chicago operation.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team development

Job description

Flowtec Construction, a well-established design-build contractor, seeks a Project Executive to lead high-profile Chicago projects and help grow the local team.

Based in downtown Chicago with hybrid work flexibility, this role provides executive oversight of in-house architecture, design, preconstruction, and construction, plus mentoring of PMs and Senior PMs. Projects typically range in the tens of millions, with growth opportunities and no required travel.