Project Executive, Retail Construction – Program Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Collaborate with senior client stakeholders to establish program objectives, timelines, budgets, and resource strategies

• Manage and supervise intricate, multi-location retail construction programs from the planning phase through to execution

• Ensure successful outcomes across all critical performance metrics: financials, schedule adherence, quality, and client satisfaction

• Create detailed program and project plans that include risk identification, staffing assignments, and contingency strategies

• Set standards, processes, and reporting frameworks to promote consistency and transparency

• Monitor program performance and proactively adjust plans to align with changing business requirements

• Oversee program finances, encompassing budgets, forecasting, and monthly performance assessments

• Lead contract negotiations and secure approvals with clients, contractors, and suppliers

• Ensure precise cost estimating, procurement, and contract management

• Guide, mentor, and develop project teams to enhance performance and career progression

• Cultivate a collaborative, high-accountability team environment

• Establish and maintain robust relationships with contractors, vendors, and third-party service providers

• Represent the organization in client and project meetings as a senior representative

• Identify and engage top-tier partners to facilitate successful project execution

• Assist in the development of new client relationships and growth strategies

• Introduce innovative solutions, technologies, and best practices to enhance program results

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)

• Over 15 years of experience in construction/project management, specifically leading large-scale programs

• Proven track record in managing multi-site retail, big-box, and/or grocery projects

• Demonstrated proficiency in budgeting, financial oversight, and contract negotiation

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities

• Capability to navigate complex, fast-paced environments with competing priorities

• Experience in leading and developing high-performing teams

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options

• Flexible paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Sick leave

• Matching 401K plan