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Construction Executive

Fort Collins, Colorado Permanent USD175,000 - USD200,000 per year View Job Description
An established, employee-focused commercial GC is seeking a senior executive leader to drive operational excellence, strategic growth, and project performance across a diverse portfolio of construction projects. This role will partner closely with executive leadership to strengthen client relationships, develop high-performing teams, and ensure successful project delivery while supporting the company's long-term growth objectives.
  • Family like culture, with great work life balance
  • Career Growth with a company with a strong pipeline of projects

About Our Client



Our client is a highly respected, privately held commercial construction company with a long-standing reputation for delivering complex, high-quality projects across multiple market sectors. Known for its collaborative culture, entrepreneurial mindset, and strong commitment to employee development, the organization has built lasting relationships with clients, design partners, subcontractors, and communities throughout the region.

The company operates with a people-first philosophy, believing that exceptional project outcomes are achieved through strong leadership, accountability, teamwork, and innovation. With a healthy pipeline of work and a proven history of sustainable growth, the business continues to invest in its employees, technology, and operational capabilities while maintaining the culture and values that have made it successful.

Projects span a variety of sectors, including commercial, multifamily, hospitality, industrial, mixed-use, and institutional developments. The organization is recognized for its commitment to quality, safety, integrity, and customer satisfaction, earning repeat business from many of its clients and partners.

This is an opportunity to join a financially stable and forward-thinking construction company where executive leaders have a direct impact on strategy, operations, culture, and future growth.

Job Description

  • Provide executive leadership across construction operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
  • Partner with company leadership to develop and execute strategic business objectives, operational initiatives, and growth plans.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop project executives, project managers, superintendents, and operational teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Drive operational efficiency and consistency through the implementation of best practices, processes, systems, and performance metrics.
  • Monitor project portfolios, financial performance, forecasting, risk management, and resource allocation to ensure successful business outcomes.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, owners, developers, architects, engineers, and trade partners to support project success and future opportunities.
  • Collaborate with preconstruction and business development teams on project pursuits, client presentations, interviews, and strategic growth initiatives.
  • Support talent acquisition, succession planning, leadership development, and employee engagement efforts across the organization.
  • Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all company, regulatory, and industry requirements.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation, operational improvements, and technology adoption to enhance project delivery and organizational effectiveness.
  • Participate in executive-level decision-making regarding personnel, business performance, investments, market expansion, and organizational priorities.
  • Serve as a visible leader who promotes company values, strengthens culture, and supports a positive employee experience.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant



The ideal candidate is a proven construction executive with extensive experience leading large-scale commercial construction operations and managing high-performing teams. They possess strong business acumen, executive presence, and the ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on operational leadership.

Key qualifications include:

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.
  • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience within commercial construction, including senior operational leadership responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated success overseeing multiple project teams and complex construction portfolios.
  • Strong understanding of project management, preconstruction, estimating, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and contract administration.
  • Experience managing financial performance, forecasting, resource planning, and operational metrics.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with executive leadership, clients, and project stakeholders.
  • Track record of building strong teams, developing future leaders, and creating a culture of accountability and engagement.
  • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to drive organizational growth and operational excellence.
  • Knowledge of commercial construction markets and industry trends.
  • Results-oriented leader with high integrity, sound judgment, and a commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.



The successful candidate will be a collaborative and approachable leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about mentoring teams, strengthening culture, and helping drive the continued success of a growing organization.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to join a respected and growing commercial construction organization with a strong reputation in the marketplace.
  • Executive-level leadership position with significant influence on strategy, operations, and business growth.
  • Collaborative, values-driven culture that prioritizes employee development and long-term success.
  • Strong pipeline of diverse and high-profile construction projects.
  • Competitive executive compensation package, including performance-based incentives. (Base salary $175K - $210K depending on experience).
  • Comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off.
  • Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
  • Supportive executive team and a culture focused on innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  • Long-term career stability with a financially strong and employee-focused organization.



Contact
Kelley Adams
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7075464

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Commercial Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Fort Collins
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kelley Adams
Job Reference
JN-072026-7075464
 

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