Commercial Construction Project Manager

Martin Commercial Properties; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Vision

Dental

401K

PTO

Job summary

Martin Commercial Properties is seeking an experienced, collaborative Commercial Construction Project Manager to support our team. As Project Manager, you'll be responsible for managing all facets of commercial construction projects to include budget, schedule, design procurement, construction and quality control.

This on-site role is based at our East Lansing, MI office, requiring local availability. You will oversee preconstruction through closeout, partnering with field leadership, foremen,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years' proven Project Manager experience in commercial construction.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build trust with field and office teams.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop short-interval plans, look-ahead schedules, and daily work plans.
• Lead estimating efforts, bid packages, subcontractor buyout, and contract negotiations.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and cost controls.
• Oversee RFI, change order, and pay application processes.
• Coordinate closely with owners, subcontractors, superintendents, and internal teams.
• Proactively identify and remove obstacles to support crew success.
• Deliver an exceptional client experience aligned with Martin’s standards of excellence.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook)

Job description

Job Summary

Martin Commercial Properties is seeking an experienced, collaborative Commercial Construction Project Manager to support our team. As Project Manager, you'll be responsible for managing all facets of commercial construction projects to include budget, schedule, design procurement, construction and quality control.

August 20, 2026

Full-time, In-person

Job Summary

Martin Commercial Properties is seeking an experienced, collaborative Commercial Construction Project Manager to support our team. As Project Manager, you'll be responsible for managing all facets of commercial construction projects to include budget, schedule, design procurement, construction and quality control.

POSITION IS ON-SITE IN OUR EAST LANSING, MI OFFICE. ONLY LOCAL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Ability to manage time, plan, schedule, organize, and prioritize responsibilities to consistently meet deadlines.
• Serve as key liason between Martin, field leadership, foremen, and self-perform crews - keeping communitcation clear and aligned.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and communicate effective solutions while thoughfully managing risk at both the project and company levels.
• Lead estimating efforts, bid packages, subcontractor buyout, and contract negotiations.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and cost controls.
• Oversee RFI, change order, and pay application processes.
• Coordinate closely with owners, subcontractors, superintendents, and internal teams.
• Develop short-interval plans, look-ahead schedules, and daily work plans to support field teams and maintain project momentum.
• Manage scope-specific RFIs, submittals, and procurement, ensuring materials, tools, and equipment are ordered, delivered, and ready when needed.
• Proactively identify and remove obstacles to support crew success.
• Champion safety, reinforcing best practices and partnering with our safety team to lead by example.
• Deliver an exceptional client experience aligned with Martin’s standards of excellence.
• Perform other realted duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Experience Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field (preferred)
• 5+ years' proven Project Manager experience in commercial construction
• Demonstrated ownership of the full construction lifecycle
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust with field and office teams
• Exceptional organizational habits and comfort navigating multiple moving parts
• High attention to details and ability to remain calm under pressure
• A passion for building - and building the right way
• A commitment to safety, integrity, and quality

Technical Skiils

• Ability to easily read and understand blueprints and specifications
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, Project, and Outlook

Physical Requirements

The work often require daily visits at one or more construction sites. The position is often exposed to sounds and loud noises, such as construction equipment. The job requires the wearing of protective equipment when on the construction site (hardhat, safety glasses, and highly visible clothing). Temperatures and conditions may vary depending on the the weather and seasons.

• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, sit, reach (with hands and arms), climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to talk, hear, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, be able to use a telephone and operate a keyboard.
• Be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25-pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50-pounds.

Benefits

• Health
• Vision
• Dental
• 401K
• PTO