CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER – RESTORATION & RECONSTRUCTION

Neighborly Company and its affiliates; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rainbow Restoration of West Michigan is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee restoration and reconstruction projects from start to finish in West Michigan. You will coordinate estimates, scopes of work, contracts, schedules, and a network of subcontractors and vendors while maintaining clear communication with property owners and insurers.

The ideal candidate has solid organizational and leadership skills, a customer-service mindset, and is willing to learn estimating and

Qualifications

• Construction, remodeling, restoration or project-management experience preferred or willing to train.
• Strong organization, communication, problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities.
• Willingness to learn construction practices, scheduling, estimating, documentation and insurance-restoration processes.
• Excellent customer service in stressful situations and professional presentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage residential and commercial repair and reconstruction projects from start to finish.
• Review approved estimates, scopes of work, contracts, selections, and project requirements.
• Develop project schedules and coordinate employees, subcontractors, vendors, materials, inspections, and permits.
• Conduct job-site inspections before work begins and throughout the project.
• Maintain regular communication with property owners, insurance adjusters, subcontractors, vendors, and internal team members.
• Explain timelines, work scopes, changes, delays, and expectations to customers.
• Ensure work meets approved scope, codes, company standards, and customer expectations.
• Identify scope discrepancies, hidden damage, and additional work requiring documentation or approval.
• Prepare and submit change orders, supplemental documentation, photographs, measurements, and supporting information.
• Monitor budgets, labor costs, materials, invoices, and profitability.
• Order materials and confirm availability before scheduling work.
• Ensure subcontractors maintain insurance, licensing, documentation, and quality standards.
• Perform routine quality-control inspections and address workmanship concerns promptly.
• Maintain complete project records, notes, photos, schedules, receipts, and communications.
• Coordinate final walkthroughs, punch-list items, sign-offs and closeout documentation.
• Assist with collecting deductibles, deposits, progress payments, and final balances as required.
• Respond professionally to customer concerns and seek timely solutions.
• Maintain safe, clean, organized job sites and follow OSHA requirements.
• Participate in production meetings and provide accurate project updates.
• Help build a dependable network of qualified subcontractors and vendors.
• Perform other duties to support restoration and reconstruction operations.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Time-management

Customer-service

Project-management

Tools

Xactimate

Job description

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER – RESTORATION & RECONSTRUCTION

Rainbow Restoration of West Michigan is seeking an organized, dependable, and motivated Construction Project Manager to oversee repair and reconstruction projects following water, fire, mold, and other property damage.

Previous construction or project-management experience is preferred; however, we are willing to train the right candidate. Applicants with strong leadership, communication, organization, customer-service, or skilled-trades experience are encouraged to apply.

This position manages projects from the approved repair estimate through final completion. The ideal candidate communicates clearly, takes ownership of their work, solves problems, and can coordinate customers, subcontractors, vendors, insurance professionals, and internal team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage residential and commercial repair and reconstruction projects from start to finish.
• Review approved estimates, scopes of work, contracts, selections, and project requirements.
• Develop project schedules and coordinate employees, subcontractors, vendors, materials, inspections, and permits.
• Conduct job-site inspections before work begins and throughout the project.
• Maintain regular communication with property owners, insurance adjusters, subcontractors, vendors, and internal team members.
• Explain project timelines, work scopes, selections, changes, delays, and expectations to customers.
• Ensure work is completed according to the approved scope, applicable building codes, company standards, and customer expectations.
• Identify scope discrepancies, hidden damage, and additional work requiring documentation or supplemental approval.
• Prepare and submit change orders, supplemental documentation, photographs, measurements, and supporting information.
• Monitor project budgets, labor costs, material expenses, subcontractor invoices, and profitability.
• Order materials and confirm they are available before scheduling work.
• Ensure subcontractors maintain appropriate insurance, licensing, documentation, and quality standards.
• Perform routine quality-control inspections and address workmanship concerns promptly.
• Maintain complete and accurate project records, job notes, photographs, schedules, receipts, and customer communications.
• Coordinate final walkthroughs, punch-list items, customer sign-offs, and project closeout documentation.
• Assist with collecting deductibles, deposits, progress payments, and final balances when required.
• Respond professionally to customer concerns and work toward timely solutions.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites.
• Follow company safety policies and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Participate in production meetings and provide accurate project updates.
• Help build and maintain a dependable network of qualified subcontractors and vendors.
• Perform other duties necessary to support restoration and reconstruction operations.

Qualifications

• Construction, remodeling, restoration, skilled-trades, supervisory, or project-management experience is preferred but not required.
• We are willing to provide training to the right motivated candidate.
• Strong organization, communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities.
• Willingness to learn construction practices, project scheduling, estimating, documentation, and insurance-restoration processes.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service in stressful situations.
• Comfortable using computers, smartphones, email, project-management systems, and digital documentation.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass applicable background and employment screenings.
• Dependable attendance and a professional appearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with construction, remodeling, restoration, or property maintenance.
• Experience coordinating employees, subcontractors, vendors, or customer projects.
• Experience communicating with insurance adjusters or property owners.
• Experience with Xactimate or similar estimating software.
• Knowledge of water, fire, smoke, mold, and contents-restoration processes.
• Relevant construction, restoration, lead-safe, OSHA, or IICRC certifications.
• Established relationships with qualified subcontractors and vendors.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk through active construction sites and damaged properties.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs, bend, kneel, and work in confined or unfinished areas when necessary.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds when needed.
• Ability to work around construction-related dust, odors, noise, and changing temperatures while using required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to drive between project locations throughout West Michigan.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their responsibilities, communicates proactively, follows through on commitments, and understands that the customer experience is just as important as the finished product.

The right candidate must be eager to learn, comfortable making decisions, and capable of keeping projects organized and moving forward. We are willing to invest in and train someone who demonstrates a strong work ethic, leadership potential, dependability, professionalism, and a genuine desire to grow with our company.

Employment Details

• Position: Construction Project Manager – Restoration & Reconstruction
• Company: Rainbow Restoration of West Michigan
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Primarily Monday through Friday, with additional hours or emergency availability when project needs require it
• Service Area: West Michigan
• Compensation: Competitive and based on experience
• Benefits: Based on eligibility and the company’s current benefit program

Why Join Rainbow Restoration of West Michigan?

Rainbow Restoration of West Michigan is a full-service restoration company providing emergency mitigation, contents services, and repair and reconstruction. Our team helps families and businesses recover following water, fire, mold, and other property damage.

We are committed to quality workmanship, clear communication, accountability, and treating every customer’s property with care and respect. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced project manager or a motivated candidate who wants to develop a long-term career in restoration and construction management.

Rainbow Restoration of West Michigan is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, performance, and business needs without unlawful discrimination.