Construction Project Executive

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible Time Off

Discretionary bonus plan

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Southfield, MI, is seeking an energetic professional to lead large-scale construction projects. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in development or construction management and must be proficient in project logistics and vendor management. Responsibilities include overseeing multiple projects, ensuring compliance, and managing client engagement. The role requires occasional overnight travel and offers a competitive compensation package including robust benefits.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in development, owner’s representation, or construction.
• Experience on an Owner's Facility Team or as a consultant preferred.
• Willing to relocate to Metro Detroit.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large-scale construction initiatives.
• Manage project risks and vendor compliance.
• Monitor budget, schedule, and project risk items.

Skills

Project logistics planning

Vendor management

Risk management

Construction cost estimating

Proficient in MS Word & Excel

Education

Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management Degree

Tools

Project and/or 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

• 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 leading 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?

On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk‑free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world‑class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s "100 Best Companies to Work For," and an endless array of opportunities. At Plante Moran, 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. So,what are you waiting for? Apply now.

Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are pleased to offer eligible staff a robust benefits package. Eligibility and contribution requirements for some of these benefits vary based on the number of hours staff work per week. Highlights include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. In addition to this, eligible staff are able to take advantage of our Flexible Time Off and various pre‑determined holidays, as well as a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, business‑related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement for business‑related use. A pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Plante Moran also offers some contingent staff positions the option to elect health insurance in addition to limited paid sick time.

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. Please review the position description for the applicable geographic location. 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