About the role
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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