Senior Construction Project Leader

Clark Construction Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group seeks an experienced Project Executive to lead a high-performing team on major projects. You will drive contract administration, change orders, procurement, scheduling and financial reporting, while coordinating with owners, designers, and subcontractors across active job sites.

The role requires a strong safety focus, proven leadership, and the ability to manage complex projects from start to finish, including risk management and team development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in a related field (engineering, architecture, construction management) or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of construction experience on large scale projects preferred.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience managing contracts, changes, procurement, schedules and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract administration, change orders, procurement, schedule, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate project meetings and ensure timely communication with owners, designers, and trades.
• Drive safety culture and manage site activities with a hands-on leadership style.
• Develop and maintain project plans, risk logs, and status reporting.
• Support new business pursuits through proposals and presentations.
• Oversee project close-out including turnover of manuals and warranties.

Skills

Leadership

Contract administration

Risk management

Team development

Decision making

Communication

Project coordination

Safety emphasis

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management

Tools

Primavera P6

SAP

Procore

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Clark Construction Group seeks an experienced Project Executive to lead a high-performing team on major projects. You will drive contract administration, change orders, procurement, scheduling and financial reporting, while coordinating with owners, designers, and subcontractors across active job sites.

The role requires a strong safety focus, proven leadership, and the ability to manage complex projects from start to finish, including risk management and team development.