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Project Executive - Construction

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Arlington Heights, IL, United States
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Path Construction is seeking a Project Executive in the Chicago area to lead multiple projects, develop high-performing teams, and help drive the continued growth of our business. This role is ideal for a proven construction leader who has successfully managed complex projects and is looking for greater responsibility, leadership opportunities, and long-term career advancement.

The ideal candidate brings strong operational and business acumen, exceptional leadership skills, and a track record of delivering successful projects. A deep understanding of construction operations, estimating, client relationships, and team development is essential.

Our Project Executives/Business Group Leaders oversee multiple projects simultaneously and are responsible for building and mentoring top-performing teams while ensuring successful project execution from preconstruction through closeout.

About Path Construction

Path Construction is a national general contractor headquartered in Arlington Heights, IL, with projects and offices throughout the country. Founded in 2008, Path provides a wide range of construction services across diverse sectors, including healthcare, higher education, multifamily, hospitality, retail, self-storage, senior living, transportation, water and wastewater treatment, convention centers, laboratories, correctional, and institutional projects.

Duties for Project Executive/Business Group Leaders include:

  • Lead multiple project teams to deliver successful, safe, and profitable projects
  • Oversee preconstruction activities, including subcontractor prequalification, estimating, value engineering, and preconstruction meetings
  • Establish project budgets and maintain accountability for project financial performance, including profit and loss
  • Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks
  • Oversee project schedules from preconstruction through closeout
  • Manage project claims and dispute resolution
  • Review design documents to verify scope completeness, identify cost impacts, and resolve design conflicts
  • Prepare, track, and distribute preconstruction RFIs to address missing information and clarify scope
  • Oversee the procurement process, including subcontract and purchase order issuance
  • Ensure effective project controls related to safety, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability
  • Develop, mentor, and lead high-performing project teams
  • Build and maintain relationships with existing clients while pursuing new business opportunities through networking and business development efforts

Requirements

  • 10+ years of commercial construction management experience, including leadership of multiple projects and teams
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
  • Strong knowledge of estimating, scheduling, cost controls, budgeting, and financial reporting
  • OSHA safety experience with a demonstrated commitment to jobsite safety
  • Proven experience delivering projects across multiple asset classes
  • Extensive preconstruction experience, including estimating, value engineering, and procurement
  • Expert understanding of building systems, construction methods, and assemblies.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software, including Procore, Sage, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Project
  • Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong work ethic and a desire to help grow the business and mentor others

Benefits

We offer:

  • Annual Salary Range: $130,000 - $210,000
  • Bonus Plan
  • 401(k)
  • PTO
  • Certification Training
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Company cellphone and computer
  • Financial and Mental Health Support through a third party
  • Travel and Entertainment Discount Program
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