Job Description

Construction Project Executive – K-12
Minneapolis, MN | Direct Hire | $180,000 - $200,000

Konik is partnering with a general contractor that is seeking to add a Project Executive to lead K-12 and public-sector construction projects throughout the Midwest region. This is a strategic leadership opportunity for a senior construction professional who thrives in client-facing environments, enjoys mentoring teams, and has a strong background delivering complex education-focused projects.

This role will provide leadership across operations, project execution, client development, and team management while helping drive continued growth within the education construction market.

Construction Project Executive - K-12 Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee multiple K-12 construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development support to Project Managers and operations teams
• Serve as the primary client interface and maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, consultants, and trade partners
• Support project strategy, staffing, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and operational execution
• Collaborate with preconstruction and field leadership teams on constructability reviews, budgeting, scheduling, and procurement strategies
• Lead business development efforts within the education and public-sector markets, including presentations, proposals, and client relationship management
• Monitor project financial performance, forecasting, cost controls, and profitability across assigned projects and teams
• Foster a collaborative, high-accountability culture focused on quality, safety, client satisfaction, and long-term team development

Construction Project Executive - K-12 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred
• 10+ years of commercial construction project leadership experience
• 4+ years of people management or operations leadership experience
• Extensive experience delivering K-12, education, or public-sector construction projects
• Strong understanding of CMAR, Design-Build, and negotiated project delivery methods
• Experience with project management and scheduling software such as Prolog, P6, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms
• Strong leadership, communication, business development, and relationship management skills
• Ability to lead complex projects and mentor high-performing teams in a fast-paced construction environment
  

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) with paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401 (k) with Employer Match
• Tuition assistance and professional development support
• Excellent bonus plan with upside
• Monthly vehicle allowance
• Highly visible leadership role with a recognized leader in the construction industry

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Konik has been creating impactful relationships between technical talent and employers for more than 50 years. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception, and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.