Construction Senior Project Manager - $20,000 Sign-On Bonus

The Superior Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Plan

Disability Insurance

Vacation PTO

401K Plan

HSA

Parental Leave

Job summary

The Superior Group in Detroit, Michigan is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to drive electrical construction projects from initiation to completion. This role reports to the Project Executive and is based on a jobsite in Detroit, MI with a compensation range of $135,000–$175,000 per year.

We offer relocation assistance for mid- and senior-level candidates and a $20,000 sign-on bonus. Strong leadership, budgeting, and safety management are essential to success.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in commercial construction project management.
• Degree or certificate in construction management or related field preferred.
• Experience with design-build, hard bid and negotiated projects around $50M+.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams with clear guidance to vendors, clients, and executives.
• Manage project risk, escalate issues quickly to leadership.
• Maintain client trust through proactive communication and collaboration.
• Oversee project finances: billings, setup, cost control, change orders, cost-to-complete.
• Ensure full compliance with project schedule from kickoff to closeout.
• Chair project meetings with customers and internal teams.
• Coordinate across departments to ensure materials availability.
• Own contract scope and negotiate changes as needed.
• Maintain a high level of safety on the jobsite.

Skills

Construction PM

Budgeting

Cost control

Client relations

Communication

OSHA 10/30

Design-build knowledge

Education

Construction Management degree

Engineering degree

Construction Management Certificate

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Construction Senior Project Manager - $20,000 Sign-On Bonus

Department: Project Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Michigan

Reporting To: Jacob Osborne

Compensation: $135,000 - $175,000 / year

Description

Position: Senior Project Manager
Reports to: Project Executive
Location: Detroit, Michigan
Pay Range: $135,000 - $175,000

We consider several factors when preparing a compensation package for successful candidates. We also offer financial support for mid- and senior-level candidates who require relocation assistance.

Superior is looking for a Senior Project Manager to help drive our electrical construction projects forward. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing construction projects, scheduling resources, ensuring that budgets and timelines are met, and working closely with the Superintendent and Foremen to ensure the successful progress and completion of the project. This role is based on a jobsite in Detroit, Michigan.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead our project team(s) and provide clear communication and guidance to team members, vendors, clients, and executives
• Mitigate and manage project risk, and elevate concerns – and solutions – quickly to Project Operations and Field Operations leadership
• Maintain and grow the trust of clients by cultivating relationships, communicating swiftly, collaborating, and solving challenges
• Oversee all project finance requirements and lead the team through accurate billings, project setup, project buy-out, project cost control, change order management, and cost-to-complete
• Ensure compliance with the full project schedule from project kickoff to project closeout
• Chair project meetings including planning, progress updates, and reviews with customers
• Work with departments across the organization to ensure that project materials are available and in place as needed
• Own the full scope of the project contract and negotiate changes as needed
• Maintain a high degree of safety on our work across the jobsite

Your Expertise

• Required: You have at least 8 years of experience in commercial construction project management
• Bonus Points: You earned your Construction Management degree, Engineering degree, Construction Management Program certificate, or another related degree
• Bonus Points: You’re experienced with design-build, hard bid, and negotiated projects around $50M+
• Bonus Points: You have extensive knowledge in construction management software
• Bonus Points: You hold an active OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

Our Benefits

We offer a range of professional and personal perks that you can enjoy as a member of Superior. Here are just a few examples of the benefits you can expect:

• Health Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
• Dental Plan: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you
• Vacation/PTO: You receive a minimum of three weeks of PTO per year
• 401K Plan: We match a portion of your 401K contributions
• Health Savings Account: We contribute at least $750 to your HSA each year
• Maternity and Parental Leave: New parents receive paid time off