Full-Time

Senior Project Manager

Mission Critical

Clune Construction

Clune Construction

1-10 employees

Residential custom home construction and renovations

No salary listed

Houston, TX, USA + 3 more

More locations: Austin, TX, USA | Dallas, TX, USA | Waco, TX, USA

In Person

Travel between project locations is required.

Bachelor's, Master's

Category
Business & Strategy (1)

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Requirements
  • A minimum of 9 years of construction project management experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 5 or more years of construction project management experience, or a Master’s degree with 3 or more years of construction project management experience.
  • Two to three years of experience specifically in commercial construction.
  • Experience managing all aspects of field operations, including scheduling, quality control, and coordinating subcontractors.
  • A solid background in construction trades and technical knowledge.
  • Proficiency with scheduling software.
  • Strong estimating and budgeting skills, including the ability to prepare and submit responses to requests for lump-sum bids.
  • Strong financial acumen to manage budgets and financials for internal and external reporting.
  • Strong skills in drawing review.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to relate and interact with higher-end clientele.
  • Strong time-management and prioritization skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
  • All candidates must provide references and a project list.
  • All candidates must provide a resume.
Responsibilities
  • Participate actively in requests for proposal responses, including taking a lead role in developing presentations and leading the pitch.
  • Lead preconstruction efforts from budgets or existing-condition review during schematic design through final budget approval.
  • Manage the contract review process for owner and subcontractor contracts.
  • Provide guidance, direction, and leadership to the project team on project issues.
  • Oversee project cost-control and budget-management processes.
  • Develop Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers on the team through guidance, support, mentoring, and leading by example.
  • Lead business-development efforts and client-relationship management by organizing client events, maintaining relationships with designers and clients, and seeking new relationships with potential future clients.
  • Contribute to company growth by participating in intern or entry-level candidate interviews, participating in the Mentoring Program, and supporting the Intern Program.
  • Develop training content and lead training classes on industry and company best practices, technical skills, and human skills.
  • Serve as a professional role model for all team members.
  • Organize the internal and external project team throughout the project life cycle, including reporting and achieving project financial goals.
  • Oversee all phases of construction from budgeting and bidding through cost control, client relations, and project closeout.
Desired Qualifications
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering is preferred, although strong work experience will be considered.

Clune Construction builds and renovates homes. They specialize in custom new builds and architectural renovations for residential clients. Their service combines hands-on project management with clear communication and full visibility, taking care of coordinating sub-trades and council so homeowners see exactly where a project is heading. They offer a fixed-price guarantee, a 10-year guarantee on all work, and daily progress photos to keep clients informed. The company differentiates itself by providing transparent, on‑going updates, stress-free management, and a strong emphasis on customer collaboration to deliver the house of the clients’ dreams. The goal is to help clients end up completely in love with their brand-new home and satisfied with the service and professionalism throughout the process.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1979

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Clune reported 282 promotions in 2026, supporting retention and succession across offices.
  • Headcount reached 1,195 by March 2026, up 34.3% since 2023.
  • The Tecovas rollout spans six stores, including SoHo, Cleveland, Knoxville, Minneapolis, and Chicago.

What critics are saying

  • Texas lawsuit Reyes v. Clune Construction Company, LP was filed June 26, 2026.
  • OSHA inspected Clune’s Fort Worth site on September 15, 2025; closure hit January 30, 2026.
  • Heavy dependence on retail and data centers exposes Clune to project-cycle volatility and client concentration.

What makes Clune Construction unique

  • Clune’s 2026 promotions across eight offices signal a strong internal leadership pipeline.
  • The Atlanta office opened in 2026, extending national coverage beyond Chicago and New York.
  • Clune won repeat Tecovas and T5 data center work, proving multi-market delivery consistency.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

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401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Wellness Program

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Company News

Clune Construction
May 19th, 2026
Clune Construction recognized as a 2026 U.S Best Managed Company.

Clune Construction recognized as a 2026 U.S Best Managed Company. Clune Construction is proud to announce that for the third year in a row, it has been selected as a U.S. Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. companies. The 2026 designees are U.S. private companies that have demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and execution, a commitment to their people, as well as maintaining financial performance and governance. This year's class is making bold investments in digital transformation, including AI capabilities, and demonstrates the ability to drive sustainable growth and maintain resilience during times of volatility. These organizations are built on a foundation of trust and reflect a sense of purpose that fosters connections with their employees, customers and communities. Clune Construction Company is proud to join a global ecosystem of honorees from more than 46 countries recognized by the Best Managed Companies program.

REJournals
Jul 28th, 2025
Clune Construction, Generis Collective support Tecovas' nationwide retail expansion

Clune was selected by Generis to help support Tecovas' national retail rollout based on shared values, complementary expertise, and an ability to deliver consistent results across markets.

Clune Construction
Apr 3rd, 2025
Clune Celebrates International Data Center Day with Revolution Workshop

Clune's partnership with Revolution Workshop reflects a long-term commitment to fostering an inclusive, well-prepared and professionally developed construction workforce in this growing industry.

Crain's New York Business
May 31st, 2024
People on the Move

Clune has promoted Patrick Dwyer to General Superintendent, Senior Vice President.

Crain Communications
May 30th, 2024
People on the Move

Clune Construction has promoted Matt Delehanty to Vice President.