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Project Executive and Senior Project Manager - Commercial in Des Moines

Date Posted: 02 November 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Confidential Opportunity

GPAC is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a Midwest construction management firm delivering commercial projects through CM at risk, CM agency and design-build. The company is adding a Project Executive and Senior Project Manager - Commercial to its team in Des Moines, IA. This is an urgent, high-priority opening.

The Role

Focus: Ground-up experience across diverse commercial project types.

Responsibilities

  • Lead projects from planning and design through construction under CM at risk, CM agency and design-build delivery
  • Oversee a portfolio of projects and project teams
  • Lead client relationships and pursue new work
  • Own financial performance and team development
  • Manage projects from preconstruction through closeout
  • Own budget, schedule, buyout, change orders and monthly forecasting

Requirements

  • Ground-up experience across diverse commercial project types.
  • Proven record of delivering work safely, on time and on budget
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Procore, Bluebeam, P6 or similar a plus

Why This Opportunity

  • Owner-focused CM model
  • Diverse ground-up work
  • Leadership visibility
  • Compensation: $140,000 - $180,000 base, depending on experience

About the location: Des Moines offers an affordable cost of living, short commutes and a strong, stable economy.

All inquiries are handled with complete discretion, and your information will not be shared with any employer without your permission. Apply now and send your resume to melissa.strater@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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