Project Executive

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance for dependents

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

ESOP

401k with company match

EAP

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA/Commuter benefits

Mentoring program

Fitness program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Clune Construction is seeking a Project Executive to lead planning, coordination, and completion of construction projects across all life-cycle phases. You will manage client relationships, budget control, and bid opportunities while mentoring the project team.

Responsibilities include overseeing RFP responses, cost tracking, and reporting, with a focus on revenue growth and internal staff development. A strong background in commercial construction and leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering preferred.
• 13+ years of construction project management experience.
• 5+ years in commercial construction.
• Experience managing all aspects of field operations including scheduling, quality control, and subcontractors coordination.
• Strong estimating and budgeting skills.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate creatively in RFP responses, including developing presentations and leading the pitch.
• Support business development and client relationship management by organizing events and fostering relationships with designers and clients for budgets or early review phases.
• Develop Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers through coaching and mentoring and leading by example.
• Oversee cost control and change management, ensure accurate cost tracking, monthly forecasting, and timely billing/receivables resolution.
• Stay in regular contact with previous and current clients to bring in new project leads and bid opportunities.
• Participate in intern or candidate interviews and join the Mentoring Program to share skills and reinforce culture.
• Develop training content and lead classes on industry best practices, technical skills, and human skills.
• Participates in staffing decisions with Office Leadership.

Skills

Time management

Budgeting

Communication

Leadership

Client relations

Staff development

Drawing review

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering

Job description

Introduction

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Overview

The Project Executive leads the planning, coordination, and completion of construction projects. The core job duties include full responsibility of all phases of construction from budgeting, bidding, cost control, client relations, through closeout. This role is also responsible for leading the project team, both internal and external for the project life cycle, including reporting and achieving the project financial goals. The Project Executive is an impact player internally and externally and takes ownership of client relationships and/or assigned national accounts. A Project Executive participates in the staffing decisions with Office Leadership.

What We Offer

• 100% company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision for all dependents (effective day one)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
• Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans
• Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education
• Fitness Program
• Pet Insurance

Core Values and Behaviors

Clune Construction is proud to have Core Values and Behaviors that all of our employees represent. These Core Values are: Safety, Service, Teamwork, Respect, Excellence, Leadership and Innovation. Performance is evaluated with these Core Values in mind.

Salary Range: $170,000 - $210,000

The salary range listed reflects a broad scope of potential earnings for this position. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, and internal equity. Please note that it is not common for candidates to be hired at the top of the range. We encourage open communication about compensation expectations during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate creatively and practically in RFP responses, including developing presentations, and leading the pitch.
• Participate in business development and client relationship management by organizing client events and fostering relationships with designers and clients to assist with budgets or existing condition review during the schematic design and preconstruction phases of projects.
• Develop Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers on the team by providing guidance and support on contentious or difficult project issues, by coaching and mentoring, and leading by example.
• Oversee the cost control and change management processes to ensure detailed and accurate cost tracking is completed and regular updates provided to the client; forecasting is completed and validated monthly; all billing and receivable issues are resolved in a timely fashion; budget changes are communicated to the client and meet all contractual requirements; and secured revenue, pipeline, and backlog is accurately reported at all times.
• Work to bring in new project leads and bid opportunities by staying in regular contact with previous and current clients, and by actively seeking out new relationships with potential future clients, designers, and building managers.
• Contribute to the growth of the company by participating in intern or candidate interviews and by signing up to participate in the Mentoring Program to share skills, knowledge, and experience and to reinforce the company culture.
• Develop training content and lead training classes on relevant content such as industry and company best practices, technical skills, and human skills.
• Participates in staffing decisions with Office Leadership.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• The Project Executive is responsible for the overall success of the Project Team. They will mentor team members and foster growth opportunities. They will work with the Project Manager and Senior Project Manager on performance issues or disciplinary concerns and propose title and pay changes when applicable.

Requirements

• Conscientious and flexible, with a strong work ethic and team-first attitude.
• Highly motivated with strong skills in time management and prioritization.
• Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills required. Must have the ability to relate and interact with higher-end clientele.
• Strong estimating and budgeting skills. Must have the ability to prepare and submit responses to requests for lump-sum bids.
• Must have strong skills in drawing review.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• All candidates must provide references and project list.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering is preferred, but strong work experience will be considered.
• 13+ years of construction project management experience, with 5 years of experience specifically in commercial construction.
• Experience managing all aspects of field operations including scheduling, quality control, and coordinating sub-contractors.
• Solid background in construction trades and technical knowledge.

All candidates must provide a resume.