James Fifer is Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.’s Vice President of Program Management. In his role, James is responsible for growing the team, driving business development for the group, and ensuring the program management team provides the highest level of service and exceeds client expectations. James brings 30 years of industry expertise to Milhouse, ranging from construction management, real estate development, business development, marketing, and program management.
Throughout his career, James has served as a trusted owner’s representative on many high profile real estate development and construction projects throughout Chicagoland. This experience makes him particularly adept at identifying new opportunities and clients for Milhouse. Upon joining Milhouse in 2010, James led the company’s growth into the construction industry, managing the redevelopment of Pullman Park on Chicago’s south side. During his tenure with Milhouse, James has taken the Program Management team from 30 team members to a department of 50+ talented individuals and growing.
James holds a Master of Business Administration from DePaul University and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
James sits on the board of Milhouse Charities, a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to advancing underrepresented youth and minorities in STEM.
Outside of work, James enjoys spending time with his family and friends, traveling and playing golf.
