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Lakeshore Sport & Fitness

General Contractor

Wheaton, IL · On-site

... in the field. You'll oversee multiple commercial construction and renovation projects across our ... Unlike working for a traditional contractor where every project starts with finding the next client ...

Lakeshore Sport and Fitness

General Contractor

Wheaton, IL · On-site

$90 - $140/hr

... in the field. You'll oversee multiple commercial construction and renovation projects across our ... Unlike working for a traditional contractor where every project starts with finding the next client ...

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How much do commercial contractor in jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for commercial contractor in in Chicago, IL is $67,238.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,100.00 and $87,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Commercial Contractor In vs Commercial Construction Manager?

AspectCommercial Contractor InCommercial Construction Manager
CredentialsLicenses, contractor licenses, OSHA certificationsProject management certifications, degrees in construction management
Work EnvironmentOn-site supervision, subcontractor coordinationOffice-based planning, site visits, team oversight
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction firms, subcontractorsConstruction firms, project owners

While both roles are involved in commercial construction projects, a Commercial Contractor In primarily handles on-site execution, licensing, and subcontractor management. In contrast, a Commercial Construction Manager focuses on project planning, budgeting, and overall project oversight. Understanding these differences helps clients and industry professionals identify the right expertise for each phase of a commercial project.

What do commercial contractors do?

Commercial contractors oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects for commercial buildings. They manage subcontractors, ensure compliance with building codes, and handle budgeting and scheduling to complete projects on time and within scope.

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Infographic showing various Commercial Contractor In job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,238 per year, or $32.3 per hour.

Project Executive - Commercial Drywall

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Job Posting – Project Executive (New Drywall Construction – Chicago, IL)

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

 
Interested? Apply here or contact Caleb at Solid Rock Recruiting -- caleb@solidrockrecruiting.com