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Project Executive

Chuck Claar

Chuck provides executive leadership and oversight from preconstruction through construction and closeout, guiding teams to deliver strong cost control, schedule performance, and quality outcomes. As Project Executive, he oversees estimating, budgeting, contract negotiations, final pricing, and scheduling while supporting subcontractor procurement, material purchasing, and the submittal process. He works closely with the project team to support field operations and serves as the primary point of contact for clients, design consultants, and jurisdictional authorities to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.

Experience:

Chuck brings more than 30 years of construction industry experience, with a strong background in project management and business development. Over his career, he has held roles including Superintendent, Land Design Manager, Pre-construction Manager, Vice President of Construction, and Vice President of Interiors. Before joining R.W. Murray Co. in 2018, he served as Director of Business Development for a local construction company. As Project Executive, Chuck leads the firm’s efforts in tenant interior construction, guiding the project management team through estimating, contract negotiations, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, quality standards, and field operations. Known for his strategic leadership and client-focused approach, Chuck plays a key role in delivering successful projects and driving business growth.



Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Real Estate, The Pennsylvania State University
  • First Aid/CPR Certification


Leadership Training:

  • Rapport Leadership International – Leadership Breakthrough One
  • Rapport Leadership International – Leadership Breakthrough Two


Professional Affiliations:

  • Board of Directors. Washington Building Congress Foundation
  • Board of Governors, Washington Building Congress
  • Past Chairman, Board of Directors, Washington Building Congress
  • Member, Loudoun County Affordable Dwelling Unit Advisory Board
  • Past Co-Chair and Current Member, Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Awards Committee
  • Member, Awards of Excellence Committee, NAIOP DC | MD
  • Member, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) – Virginia Chapter
  • Member, Golf Committee, NAIOP DC | MD
  • Member, Education Committee, NAIOP Northern Virginia
  • Former Commissioner – Loudoun County Economic Development Advisory Commission


Publications & Awards:

  • 2013 Member of the Year, NAIOP Northern Virginia
  • 2014 Member of the Year, NAIOP DC | MD
  • October 2014 Committee Member of the Month, Associated Builders and Contractors – Virginia Chapter
  • R.W. Murray Co.’s Exceptional Customer Service Award: 2020, 2025