Construction Project Executive

Plante-Moran; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible Time Off

401(k) plan

Discretionary bonus plan

Job summary

Plante-Moran is seeking an experienced professional to lead high-impact construction projects in Southfield, MI. This role includes overseeing large-scale initiatives, vendor management, and coordinating client engagement. Candidates should have an Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management Degree and at least 15 years of experience in design or construction. The position may require travel and offers a supportive company culture focusing on growth and success.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in development, owner’s representation, design or construction fields.
• Experience with an Owner's Facility Team or as a consultant is preferred.
• Qualified individuals must reside in or near Metro Detroit or be willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Plan project logistics and vendor contracting strategy.
• Lead multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations.

Skills

Project logistics planning

Vendor management

Construction cost estimating

Legal and financing knowledge

Risk management

Education

Engineering Degree or Architecture Degree or Construction Management Degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Project Scheduling Software

Primavera Scheduling Software

Job description

Count on us. Our "we-care" culture is more than just a motto; it's a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us.

Are you ready to lead high-impact construction projects with Plante Moran Realpoint, LLC? We're searching for an energetic professional with hands‑on field experience to oversee large-scale initiatives and coordinate a variety of vendors. This Southfield, MI-based position offers dynamic workdays—including 2-3 days each week at client sites in the region and occasional overnight travel (up to 25%)—giving you the chance to shape remarkable outcomes in a fast‑paced environment.

Your role.

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Planning of project logistics including vendor contracting strategy, establishing internal team responsibilities and working with clients to develop the overall project structure to achieve their goals.
• Leading multiple projects of large scope and scale simultaneously.
• Knowledgeable in legal and financing impacts to project structure
• Facilitating identification and resolution of project risk factors which can include AHJ requirements, design /engineering management and general construction means and methods.
• Managing multiple vendors to their contractual obligations; assist with prioritization of activities
• Procuring services for construction and supplemental vendors required for complete project execution.
• Coordinating and monitoring vendor activities for compliance to contractual responsibilities.
• Coordinating client engagement within overall program, facilitating the decision making process.
• Monitoring budget, schedule and project risk items; facilitate issue resolution
• Ensuring implementation and compliance of P&M and PMR policies and procedures on projects including internal reporting
• Participating and lead team development including mentoring, and coaching on performance

The qualifications.

• Engineering Degree, Architecture Degree or Construction Management Degree from an accredited college or university
• 15+ years development, owner’s representation, design or construction fields
• Experience working for an Owner's Facility Team or as a consultant is preferred. Construction cost estimating experience is desirable.
• Proficient in MS Word & Excel; Project and/or Primavera Scheduling Software.
• Qualified individuals must either reside in or near Metro Detroit or be willing to relocate for this opportunity
• Travel throughout the region, with some overnight travel

This is an exempt position, so you may have to work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week.

What makes us different?

We value a culture where everyone is accepted and valued. Diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Eligible staff receive a robust benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. We also offer Flexible Time Off, a 401(k) plan, business‑related travel expense, lodging and meal reimbursement. A pension plan is available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff.

The compensation range reflects the base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this position across our offices in the following regions: CO, IL, OH, and MA. Generally, experienced hires are not hired at or near the maximum salary range, as compensation decisions take into account a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. For early career roles, including campus hires, we offer standardized, market-based starting salaries among individuals within the same hiring group. This approach ensures fairness and reflects current industry benchmarks for entry-level talent.

Under Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact, from any documents that you submit in connection with your application, information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Should you wish to exercise your right to redact such information, please redact it prior to submitting documentation.

The compensation range for this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA is: $150,000.00 - $190,000.00