Project Executive - Healthcare

Title : Healthcare Project Executive

Location : Downers Grove, IL

Overview :

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Hire Type : Direct Hire

Pay : $150,000-$170,000 (DOE)

Bonus / Incentives / Stock Options :  Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Bonus, etc.

Job Summary :

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Healthcare Construction Project Executive to lead strategic growth initiatives and oversee complex construction projects within the healthcare sector. This senior-level role is responsible for developing business plans, managing project execution from pre-construction through completion, and fostering lasting client relationships. Ideal candidates will bring deep healthcare market expertise, operational leadership skills, and a proven ability to deliver high-quality, profitable projects across the country.

Job Duties :

• Develop and execute regional and national growth strategies specific to the healthcare construction market.
• Lead and manage multiple project teams, ensuring timely delivery, resource optimization, and profitability.
• Direct pre-construction activities including subcontractor / vendor prequalification, estimating, and value engineering.
• Review design documentation to ensure completeness, resolve conflicts, and manage RFIs throughout the preconstruction phase.
• Refine and implement estimating processes to improve proposal accuracy and profitability for healthcare projects.
• Lead client proposal meetings to define scope, reduce costs, and present value engineering solutions.
• Oversee subcontractor selection and procurement, ensuring cost-effective buyouts.
• Facilitate project meetings with owners and internal construction teams to align on progress and expectations.
• Drive business development efforts by cultivating client relationships, implementing retention strategies, and collaborating with national BD teams.

Qualifications :

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.