President Jobs in Illinois

The President of a construction company plays a pivotal role, overseeing every aspect of the company's operations, from financial decisions and strategic planning to project execution and staff management. They develop and implement growth strategies, build and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders, ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, and manage risks. The President is also responsible for ensuring the company's financial performance and profitability, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Important skills for this role include leadership, strategic planning, financial management, risk management, and excellent communication. Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations is crucial, alongside project management skills. A professional certification like Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) can be beneficial. Before becoming a President, a person may have roles such as a Project Manager, where they would lead individual construction projects from conception to completion, a Construction Manager, who oversees several projects and their respective teams, or a Vice President, who assists the President in managing company operations and often stands in for them in their absence.

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Senior Project Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 hour ago

What You Bring: Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field. 8+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects....

Senior Project Manager, Virtual Construction

  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 hours ago

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or related technical area At least eight (8) years' experience in concrete design, structural detailing, or enclosure systems...

Project Executive - Mission Critical

  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 hours ago

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Senior Project Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Ensures timesheets are submitted on time. Delegates specific project components to Project Managers, Project Engineers and Staff Engineers for completion....

Senior Project Manager - Transportation Services

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

. - Identifies opportunities for change orders and repeat business though pre-eminent project execution and developed client relationships. - Works collaboratively with sales leaders to evaluate potential...

Senior Project Manager (Job Order Contracting Market)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Support preconstruction efforts: Assist in preparation of budgets and estimates Provide value design suggestions and work with the project team to implement revisions...

Senior Project Manager, HVAC

  • Northbrook, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 3 days ago

About You: KNOWLEDGEABLE: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, or relevant field or equivalent experience; in-depth industry and HVAC project management knowledge required...

Senior Project Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

As an S&C Electric team member, youll work on projects that have real-world impact. Youll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history...

Senior Project Manager - Aviation (Architecture, C

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

for the completion of the project (i.e., project deliverables, schedule and budget) Capable of managing and directing the development of proposals, project initiation, project execution/control and project...

Environmental Senior Project Manager

  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 4 days ago

We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on geotechnical, environmental, water, ecological, and construction management services....

Senior Project Manager I - Solar Mortenson

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience Minimum eight years of construction management/project management...

Project Executive I Mortenson

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Management, or equivalent field Minimum 10 years' experience in construction management overseeing large projects Proven ability to fulfill development to closeout responsibilities for multiple, complex...

Senior Project Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Review and approve all invoices and change orders associated with the project. Evaluate, advise on and assist in resolving disputes and claims....

Senior Project Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

Analyze line-item data submitted by the client to determine current product usage & cost through data mining, cross-referencing, and pricing application, incorporating contract details, benchmarking...

Senior Project Manager (Tenant Interiors)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Support preconstruction efforts: Assist in preparation of budgets and estimates Provide value design suggestions and work with the project team to implement revisions...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for President Jobs in Illinois

This is the average annual salary for President jobs in Illinois as reported by the BLS.

$315,570


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Highest Education Level

Presidents in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.8%
Master's Degree
29.0%
Associate's Degree
8.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
High School or GED
6.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.5%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Presidents in Illinois
10+ years
31.7%
6-8 years
28.2%
2-4 years
12.7%
8-10 years
12.6%
4-6 years
9.2%
1-2 years
5.5%