Job Description

Epstein is an established and well-respected 100+ year old Architecture, Engineering and Construction firm. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Raleigh and Warsaw, Poland. Our beautiful corporate office is located in Chicago’s West Loop, convenient for transportation. We offer all employees a competitive wage and benefits package. Epstein is proud to be 100% employee owned. Epstein focuses on our community through our emphasis on community service, green initiatives and sustainable design delivering “best in class” creative project solutions.

We are seeking a Construction Project Executive to join the management team of our Construction group to lead and provide oversight of our in-house DesignBuild project teams. The Project Executive will typically oversee Project Managers on one or more projects. Ideal candidates will have understanding of quality management principles, general engineering principles, understanding of DesignBuild delivery and construction techniques. The candidate must have the proven ability to effectively lead people and manage resources. We are looking for the right person to oversee our project quality, mentor our well-qualified staff, interact with clients and work with the rest of the team at Epstein.

Large industrial/manufacturing experience is a must. Food, Automotive or Cold Storage experience is a plus. Design-build experience is a plus.

General Responsibilities

• Oversee the successful management of construction projects. Provide leadership to the Construction team with respect to project goals, objectives and client expectations.
• Develop and improve Construction project processes and mentor / train staff.
• Ensures efficient coordination of project requirements. Leads the team in collaboration efforts with other disciplines on projects.
• Reviews all reporting systems and procedures and prepares reports to clients and senior management defining progress and cost.
• Develop, promote and maintain client relationships.
• Lead project pursuits.
• Demonstrate effective teamwork through the establishment of successful interpersonal relationships with co-workers and other disciplines within the Company.
• Develop subcontractors’ interest, receive and review prequalification forms for preparation for bidder’s list.
• Develop, promote and maintain subcontractor / vendor relationships.
• Provide oversight for the preparation of individual packages for competitive bidding of all project work.
• Receive, analyze and clarify all bids.
• Make award recommendations.
• Negotiate, award and administer all subcontracts, purchase orders and change orders.
• Establish and monitor project costs and schedule.
• Perform frequent job site inspections and project progress meetings.
• Provide oversight on Project Documentation (RFIs, Shop Drawings, Issuances, Closeout Documentation)
• Lead or prepare all required project status reports to inform and coordinate with client.
• Direct supervisory responsibility of site personnel.

Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or Architecture
• 12-20+ years of successful construction project management experience on diverse projects.
• Experience on successful DesignBuild projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction engineering principals: materials, methods, sequencing, scheduling, and estimating
• Strong knowledge of construction industry including laws, contracts, and accounting
• Understanding of insurance and related issues including liability aspects and claims avoidance
• Ability to interpret construction documents
• Strong knowledge of field construction: systems, practices, safety and procedures
• Knowledge of Procore and Microsoft Project
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Project related travel may be required

This is a great opportunity for an individual who wants to join a strong, successful and highly respected team. The candidate must have a strong work ethic, a relentless drive to fulfill commitments, tremendous enthusiasm and a sincere commitment to client satisfaction.

Epstein offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and accident insurance, flexible benefit plans, transportation benefits, employee assistance plan and parental leave. We help secure our employees’ future retirement through our 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Plan. To support a healthy work-life balance, we provide half-day Fridays, flexible working hours, a hybrid work schedule, paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, we encourage career growth by offering professional license reimbursement, industry association reimbursement, an internal training program, leadership development program and educational assistance.

Individual compensation is determined by several factors, including relevant education, experience and training, qualifications, skill sets, licensure/certifications and location. Employees are also eligible for discretionary annual bonuses based on both company and individual performance. The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $185,000 annually.

Epstein is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, genetics, gender identity, transgender status, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors. Epstein hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of a person’s qualifications. Epstein is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.