Project Executive
Are you ready to lead one of the most ambitious and exciting construction projects in the Midwest? Our client, a top-tier General Contractor with expertise in multi-million dollar commercial, industrial, and multi-family developments, is seeking an accomplished Project Executive to spearhead large Hospitality Chicago Project—a $1+ billion entertainment resort set on 30 prime acres, complete with a casino, entertainment venues, and a hotel. Located within walking distance to the iconic Michigan Avenue, this world-class development promises to be a landmark in Chicago’s entertainment landscape.
As Project Executive, you’ll be a key member of the Executive Leadership team, reporting to the Management Committee and overseeing every detail of on-site project operations. You’ll manage contractor performance, construction budgets, and drive the successful delivery of a project that will make a lasting impact on Chicago’s skyline.
This is an incredible opportunity for a seasoned leader with a track record of excellence in construction management. Join a team known for innovation, quality, and client satisfaction, and take the lead on a transformative project that will shape the future of Chicago!
Responsibilities
As the mastermind behind project execution, you’ll craft and lead strategies to deliver world-class construction results from contract to close-out. This isn’t just a job—it’s a career-defining role where your leadership and vision will drive our projects’ performance, innovation, and success. What you’ll be doing:
- Craft the Big Picture: Define and implement the project’s strategy, aligning every piece to reach performance goals.
- Lead a Dream Team: Oversee and inspire a team of project managers, estimators, superintendents, and subcontractors, ensuring every piece of the project shines.
- Own the Outcome: Manage the project’s Profit and Loss with a laser focus on budget, deadlines, and quality.
- Collaborate with Unions: Leverage your experience in union collaboration to create a unified, high-performing team.
- Master the Details: Oversee everything from safety and staffing to schedules, logistics, and worksite efficiency to ensure smooth and successful operations.
- Be the Client’s Champion: Represent our client to customers, managing relationships and communication with excellence.
- Solve Problems, Drive Success: Lead problem-solving efforts in the field and tackle complex issues alongside engineers, third parties, and agencies.
- Safety First: Set the standard for site safety and uphold ethics and compliance at every stage.
- Why this role matters: You’ll be leading critical projects that are reshaping landscapes, and your expertise will help us reach new heights in construction and client satisfaction.
If you’re ready to take on a role where every decision and action has high impact, this is your moment. Join us and transform your career as you build the future!
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in construction, architecture, or engineering related major.
- 15+ years of experience providing project and program management services on large projects in excess of $100 million is required.
- In-depth knowledge of construction costs, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, and engineering.
- Dedicated, well-organized, able to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks.
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to focus on quality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Able to work under pressure and maintain professionalism when faced with aggressive
deadlines. - Excellent oral and written communication skills, and resource management skills.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to work well in a team environment is critical.