Senior Construction Project Executive: Client Leadership

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

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.