Construction Project Executive - Commercial Markets

With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Pepper leads the construction industry with an energy and ambition uncommon today. We seek out new methods and technologies that support your vision with a practical approach, and we apply our nearly 100 years of expertise to ensure the precision, quality and confidence that comes from working alongside a partner that's dedicated to performance.

Every building starts with a solid foundation, its people. At Pepper, we create leaders at every level and generate momentum in every market we serve by rewarding new thinking and respecting the long-standing values that have made our company unique for generations. You'll see the impact of our leadership in everything we do - from the Preconstruction work, we deliver to the decisions we make in the field to the relationships we form and keep fresh for years to come.

As a family-owned and operated company, we take building personally.

WHY PEPPER? At Pepper, we work hard, but we make sure to have a good time doing it. If you're ready to dive into an exciting role, apply today and be part of a team that values success, teamwork, and making a difference. We offer the following and more:

• Great benefits (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k) match-your future is in good hands!
• Vacation time, PTO, holidays, floating holidays and more!
• Student loan repayment program
• Opportunities to network and grow professionally
• A supportive team environment that celebrates success
• Engaging and fun company-wide events
• Volunteer opportunities
• Meaningful work bringing a positive impact to communities

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for a local Project Executive with extensive experience in industrial, commercial office, churches, higher education, healthcare and/or the local K-12 market. The Project Executive will be responsible for the overall business development and project management of commercial construction projects from initial project pursuit through project closeout. Exemplary business development safety, relationship building, quality, and leadership skills are a requirement.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Lead Efforts with our preconstruction team to scope, estimate and buyout projects.
• Lead Efforts with both field supervision and project management to establish operation priorities and ensure safety and quality on every project.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by identifying and exceeding client needs, timely.
• Facilitate the subcontractor bid process to include processing, distribution, and tracking of all project bidding documentation.
• Utilize software programs and templates to process, distribute, and track all project documentation.
• Negotiate subcontractor and material buyout; develop and negotiate subcontracts.
• Plan and schedule projects.
• Manage jobs in progress including subcontractor coordination, conflict resolution, documentation and ensuring quality and safety on every job.
• Manage project costs through the ongoing evaluation of labor, material, and equipment; continue to forecast and analyze construction costs, exposures, and profits through project completion.
• Perform project closeout.
• Capable of leading multiple projects $50-$100 million in total.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Interact with clients and potential clients to identify and pursue potential work.
• Prepare and participate in client presentations and project interviews.
• Negotiate and secure new business.

LEADERSHIP

• Provide leadership through building relationships, motivating others, providing clear direction, and cooperative teamwork.
• Supervise/mentor project management staff.
• Communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
• Provide training and serve as a mentor to less experienced team members.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Science in Building Construction Management, Engineering or related technical area preferred.
• Minimum 10+ years' experience.
• Extensive network of relationships in the industry.
• Must possess a high level of communication and people skills.
• Assigned to the Indianapolis office working from either the main office or a job site.

Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.