Construction Project Manager: On-Time, On-Budget Delivery

Rockford; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Healthcare coverage

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rockford is seeking a Construction Project Manager in Detroit to plan and supervise diverse construction projects from start to finish. You will coordinate architects, engineers, and a multidisciplinary team to achieve timely, on-budget delivery.

The role emphasizes an analytical mindset, estimating experience, and strong organizational skills. The position reports to the Project Executive and requires a minimum of three years of PM experience, blueprints proficiency, and solid communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field preferred
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
• Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• A minimum of three years commercial construction project management experience
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements
• Knowledge of the operating practices of construction, architectural, and building firms
• Proficient in researching information, as well as MS Outlook, Project, Excel, and Word
• Experience with Procore
• Must possess skills in workflow analysis and management

Responsibilities

• Foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Work with Architect and Engineer firms to establish plans and specifications
• Lead all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery from contract award to final handoff
• Develop and manage project budgets, cost controls, and forecasting in coordination with company finance teams
• Establish and manage project schedules using tools such as MS Project, Outbuild or Primavera P6
• Collaborate with Preconstruction, Estimating, and Procurement teams during the pre-award and buyout phases
• Manage all aspects of the bid and award process including bid solicitation, Pre-Bid Meetings, Trade Contractor outreach, bid opening, post bid conferences, Value Engineering, award recommendations and contract award
• Prepare, present and administer Prime Contracts and GMP
• Negotiate and administer subcontracts and vendor agreements
• Lead regular owner, architect, and subcontractor meetings; document progress, decisions, and changes
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with design, schedule, quality, and safety standards
• Identify and proactively manage project risks, including delays, cost overruns, and scope changes
• Manage overall project budget including labor, general condition creation and projection, overall budget, Trade Contractor contracts and project allowances
• Review and approve monthly owner and Trade Contractor Invoices
• Project Cost projections to clients for project planning
• Ensure timely processing of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and payment applications
• Collaborate on a daily basis with the Project Field team to ensure roadblocks are being addressed to keep the project moving forward
• Mentor Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers
• Manage warranty calls to meet company requirements

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Budget management

Risk management

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Procore

Excel

Word

MS Outlook

Outbuild

Job description

Rockford is seeking a Construction Project Manager in Detroit to plan and supervise diverse construction projects from start to finish. You will coordinate architects, engineers, and a multidisciplinary team to achieve timely, on-budget delivery.

The role emphasizes an analytical mindset, estimating experience, and strong organizational skills. The position reports to the Project Executive and requires a minimum of three years of PM experience, blueprints proficiency, and solid communication.