Project Executive - Top-Name General Contractor - Milwaukee

Michael Page

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • $145,000-180,000 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
In the role of Project Executive, your primary responsibilities involve supervising multiple construction project teams, ensuring their financial success, and fostering strong and lasting client relationships. Your proactive and efficient approach, coupled with your enthusiasm for engaging with staff members across all levels, will contribute to your effectiveness and accomplishment in this position.Market Lead & Client Engagement (40%):
  • Take charge of business development initiatives by leveraging established client relationships.
  • Foster new business growth through collaborative efforts between Sales and Marketing.
  • Act as a representative of Catalyst Construction in various client interactions, supporting business and sales goals.
  • Collaborate with the Estimating Department to review internal estimates and present them to clients as required.
  • Conduct essential client service visits throughout the project lifecycle, from acquisition to pre-construction and project close-out, ensuring fulfillment of project commitments and resolving any issues.
Project Leadership (40%):
  • Provide oversight and ensure accountability for multiple project teams concurrently.
  • Manage contract administration responsibilities, encompassing negotiation of AIA contract terms, handling change requests, managing invoices and progress payments, and coordinating with Catalyst's CFO for risk management.
  • Establish and implement financial objectives for projects, communicating projected gross profit and net profit
  • Assume responsibility for the financial outcomes of all supervised projects, reviewing monthly project financials and leading quarterly meetings with Project Managers to discuss financial aspects.
  • Review the work performed by the Project Management Team and other operational staff assigned to active projects.
  • Exercise thoughtful planning and decision-making to ensure project success.
  • Attend assigned meetings and training sessions.
  • Complete projects as assigned.
Team Management (20%):
  • Provide training and mentorship to new team members, actively promoting the organizational culture.
  • Delegate job assignments and review workload as necessary.
  • Proactively address interpersonal issues and conflicts as they arise.
  • Lead performance evaluations and compensation reviews for direct reports.
  • Support employee development and facilitate career conversations, including offering feedback for promotions or additional professional growth opportunities.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.Report Directly into the COO and Lead a Team Lead a Team at a Company that has been Voted a 'Best Places to Work'
  • Over a decade of experience in Construction Management.
  • Demonstrated track record of successfully acquiring new projects and engaging with potential clients.
  • Previous experience managing multiple high-level projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Architectural Engineering is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Possesses reliable transportation.
  • Exhibits a high level of Emotional Intelligence when interacting with colleagues and clients across all organizational levels.
  • Maintains a strict level of confidentiality and professionalism when engaging with Owners/Clients.
  • Shows a strong desire to train, manage, and lead a team of professionals.
  • Possesses advanced knowledge of construction management processes and methodologies.
  • Expertise in building products, construction details, and adherence to safety regulations.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, Procore, and other project management software.
  • Regularly engages in physical activities such as movement, sitting, and bending for extended periods throughout the day.
  • Occasionally required to travel and visit project sites, including during adverse weather conditions.
My client is a leading design/build general contractor based in Milwaukee. They have built a track record as one of the top multifamily builders in the state and continue to solidify their reputation as they expand into other areas of commercial construction. They operate as a full construction manager and have close relationships with their subcontractors. The company has been voted multiple times one of the best places to work in Wisconsin.My client at a glance:
  • Project Locations: All MKE area for this position
  • Progressive corporate structure - operate in a more flat manner
  • Solid leadership, did $300M during COVID
  • Hands off management approach
  • Great relationships with subcontractors
  • Specialize in wood frame building, also do diverse commercial and are getting into light industrial
  • Have fully functioning ESOP
  • Strong pipeline
  • Base salary ranges from $145,000 to $180,000 per year, depending on experience
  • Bonuses are given based on performance and project success, ranging from 20% to 40% of base salary
  • Benefits include:
  • Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage)
  • Retirement savings plans (401(k))
  • 4 weeks of PTO
  • Other incentives include:
  • ESOP
  • Car allowance
  • Fully paid for professional development

Michael Page