Construction Project Manager - #2995

Wade Trim; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wade Trim is seeking a Construction Project Manager to join our Construction Team in the Taylor office. Candidates must have a high school diploma, a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, at least ten years of experience, and GLWA experience preferred.

The role covers liaison with clients, site visits, proposal development, budget/schedule control, and mentoring staff. The firm encourages professional development within a flexible hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of related engineering or construction management experience required.
• PE is preferred but not required.
• GLWA experience preferred.
• Strong people and team-building skills with ability to communicate with clients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Act as the liaison with the client and stakeholders.
• Maintain excellent client relations.
• Conduct field site visits.
• Coordinate and communicate with contractors regarding construction project activity.
• Mentor junior staff.
• Responsible for project proposal development including positioning, approach, preparation and pricing.
• Responsible for project execution including scope, schedule and budget.
• Manage resources to deliver project on time and under budget while meeting or exceeding client expectations.
• Coordinate construction engineering and administration with team members including designers.
• Ensure employees have knowledge and tools to complete tasks.
• Generate additional sales through business development activities.
• Supervise project review (QA/QC) meetings.
• Assist with project reports and technical presentations.
• Attend client, staff and project meetings.
• Estimate fees, review project plans and specifications.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Construction management

Civil engineering knowledge

Client relations

Education

Bachelor?s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor?s degree in Construction Management

High school diploma

PE preferred

Job description

What We Offer:

• Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program.
• Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

We are looking for a Construction Project Manager to join our Construction Team in our Taylor office. Candidates must have a high school diploma, bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field, at least ten years' experience, and GLWA experience is preferred.

Typical Responsibilities Include:

• Act as the liaison with the client and stakeholders
• Maintain excellent client relations
• Conduct field site visits
• Coordinate and communicate with contractors regarding construction project activity
• Mentor junior staff
• Responsible for project proposal development including positioning, approach, preparation and pricing
• Responsible for project execution including scope, schedule and budget
• Manage resources to successfully deliver project to client on time and under budget while meeting or exceeding client expectations
• Coordinate construction engineering and administration with various team members on the project, including the designers
• Ensure employees have knowledge and tools to complete tasks
• Generate additional sales through business development activities
• Supervise project review (QA/QC) meetings
• Assist with project reports and technical presentations
• Attend client, staff and project meetings
• Estimate fees, review project plans and specifications
• Maintain a safe working environment

Education:

• High school diploma
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field is preferred or equivalent experience
• PE preferred, not required

Skills:

• 10+ years of related engineering or construction management experience
• GLWA experience preferred
• This position should have strong people and team building skills in order to effectively communicate with clients and other staff. This person should also be highly motivated, organized, and able to interpret technical data and perform technical writing.This position requires exceptional interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience in networking within the consultant and client communities.

About Wade Trim:

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least three days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

Wade Trim is an Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.