Senior PM/Construction Project Executive

About the role

Heartland Construction is seeking an accomplished Project Executive to lead the delivery of a landmark four-story, $200M+ educational facility. This individual will oversee all phases of the project - from late-state preconstruction through final completion-ensuring excellence in quality, schedule, and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Guide and mentor the project management and field leadership teams, ensuring alignment with Heartland Construction values and project objectives
• Collaborate closely with design partners during late-stage design development and GMP finalization
• Champion safety, quality, and constructability throughout all phases of the project
• Maintain a proactive approach to issue resolution, stakeholder communication, and client relationship management
• Contribute to Heartland's broader goals of excellence, innovation, and long-term client partnerships

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of construction experience, including at least 10 years in a leadership role managing large-scale educational or institutional projects
• Proven success delivering K-12 or higher education facilities exceeding $100M in value
• Deep understanding of CMAR, Design-Build, and Design-Bid-Build delivery methods
• Strong financial acumen, with a record of maintaining project budgets and controlling cost exposure
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiating skills
• OSHA 30 certification and familiarity with BIM/VDC integration are highly desirable