Construction Project Executive

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Travel reimbursement

Pension plan

Discretionary bonus plan

Job summary

Plante Moran Realpoint, LLC is seeking a Project Manager, Construction in the Metro Detroit region. The role is based in Southfield with 2–3 days onsite per week at client sites and up to 25% overnight travel.

The successful candidate will manage large-scale projects, coordinate vendor activities, and lead teams while ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules. Candidates should have a relevant degree, extensive field experience, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management degree required.
• 15+ years of experience in development, owner’s representation, design, or construction fields.
• Exempt position; willingness to travel and relocate to the Metro Detroit area may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan project logistics, including vendor contracting strategy and client engagement.
• Lead multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Monitor budget, schedule, and project risk; facilitate issue resolution.
• Identify and resolve project risk factors such as AHJ requirements and construction methods.
• Procure services and coordinate vendor activities to meet contractual obligations.
• Provide mentoring and coaching to team members.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Primavera

Education

Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management degree

Tools

Primavera

Job description

Job Overview

Title: Project Manager, Construction (Plante Moran Realpoint, LLC). Location: Southfield, MI. 2–3 days per week onsite at client sites, up to 25% overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Plan project logistics, including vendor contracting strategy, internal team responsibilities, and client engagement to develop overall project structure.
• Lead multiple large‑scope projects simultaneously.
• Assess legal and financing impacts on project structure.
• Identify and resolve project risk factors such as AHJ requirements, design/engineering management, and construction methods.
• Manage multiple vendors, ensuring contractual obligations are met and activities are prioritized.
• Procure services for construction and supplemental vendors necessary for execution.
• Coordinate and monitor vendor activities for compliance with contractual responsibilities.
• Facilitate decision‑making processes within the program.
• Monitor budget, schedule, and project risk items; facilitate issue resolution.
• Implement and ensure compliance with P&M and PMR policies and procedures, including internal reporting.
• Participate in and lead team development, providing mentoring and coaching on performance.

Qualifications

• Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management degree from an accredited institution.
• 15+ years experience in development, owner’s representation, design, or construction fields.
• Preferred experience working for an Owner’s Facility Team or as a consultant.
• Desirable: construction cost estimating experience.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and project scheduling software such as Primavera.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Metro Detroit area; willing to travel throughout the region and occasional overnight travel.
• Exempt position; may require hours exceeding the standard 40‑hour work week.

Compensation

Salary range: $150,000 to $190,000, depending on location and experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Hybrid flexible time off and holiday schedule.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Business‑related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement.
• Pension plan for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff.
• Discretionary bonus plan for eligible staff.

EEO Statement

Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plante Moran maintains a drug‑free workplace. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, except for qualified bilingual candidates in Japanese/English or Chinese/English.