Project Executive - Drywall
Job Description
Position: Project Executive
Industry: Commercial Drywall
Location: Chicago, IL
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Local project and client visits required (50%+ field time) - NO OVERNIGHT TRAVEL
About the Opportunity
A growing commercial contractor in the Chicago market is expanding their New Construction division and is seeking a strong Project Executive–level leader. This hire will step into an active backlog, support newly awarded work, and play a key role in client management and project delivery.
This role is ideal for someone who is polished, relationship-focused, and experienced managing large commercial projects in the drywall sectors.
What You’ll Do
Oversee new construction projects from award through closeout
Regularly meet with clients, visit active jobsites, and maintain strong customer relationships
Lead negotiations on change orders and resolve A/B-level project issues
Collaborate with internal APMs/PMs, who handle much of the internal operational workload
Ensure project schedules, budget goals, and quality standards are met
Represent the company professionally with owners, GCs, and project partners
What We’re Looking For
Experience in drywall project management
Strong communicator with a customer-first mindset
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize field presence
Capable of owning relationship management more than pure back-office operations
Driven, polished, and comfortable handling client-facing responsibilities
