Senior Project Executive - Life Sciences Construction

Overview An established, nationally recognized top-tier construction firm is seeking a Senior Project Executive - Life Sciences to lead the delivery of a large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This individual will provide strategic oversight to the project team, ensuring successful execution across safety, schedule, quality, and financial performance. This role will initially be based on a project site just outside of Chicago, with the opportunity to support future life sciences projects across the continental United States. The Opportunity This organization is a long-standing, highly reputable construction management firm with a strong national footprint and a diverse portfolio that includes healthcare, life sciences, education, corporate, and large-scale commercial projects. They are known for delivering complex projects safely, on time, and with a strong emphasis on collaboration and long-term relationships. The team environment emphasizes professional development, leadership growth, and continuous learning, offering structured training programs and exposure to high-profile, technically challenging projects. What They're Looking For This team is seeking a senior-level leader who brings a strong technical foundation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead large, high-performing teams in complex environments. You are someone who: Leads with an inclusive, team-first mindset and mentors others to grow and succeed Effectively prioritizes, delegates, and communicates across multiple stakeholders Drives accountability while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment Understands market conditions, industry trends, and project economics to inform critical decisions Takes a strategic, forward-thinking approach to risk management and long-term project success Key Responsibilities Provide overall leadership and accountability for project safety, execution, and financial outcomes Ensure compliance with contract requirements, including forecasting, billing, and risk mitigation Oversee development and execution of project-specific quality and closeout plans Lead and motivate project teams, including project managers, superintendents, and engineers Manage relationships with ownership groups, subcontractors, and trade partners Direct subcontracting strategy and oversee the integrity of the buyout process Lead contract negotiations and implement comprehensive risk mitigation strategies Oversee design-phase efforts for GMP and design-build projects, including GMP/lump sum development Manage project scheduling strategy and mitigate risks impacting timelines Collaborate with business development teams to support growth strategies, client relationships, and pipeline development Drive team development, coaching, and long-term career progression of staff Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field 12-18 years of commercial construction experience Prior experience delivering pharmaceutical or life sciences manufacturing facilities is required Skills & Capabilities Strong technical acumen and communication skills Proven leadership and team management ability Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Proficiency with industry-standard tools, including Microsoft Office Get job alerts Share Copied to clipboard Related roles Estimator USA USD 100000 - USD 175000 Mechanical Department Manager USA USD 130000 - USD 170000 Construction Inspector USA USD 75000 - USD 100000 Survey Technician USA USD 70000 - USD 100000 Electrical Power Generation Project Manager USA USD 100000 - USD 300000 Environmental Practice Leader USA USD 130000 - USD 200000 Transportation PM USA USD 100000 - USD 130000 Construction Project Manager USA USD 85000 - USD 100000 Certified Asbestos Investigator USA USD 85000 - USD 110000 Jobs