Project Executive - Construction
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jun 12, 2026. Pathconstruction scores D on the Alion truth index.
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