Director of Project Management

Miller-Davis Company; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible and remote work schedules

Job summary

Miller Davis in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a strategic leader to develop and lead our Project Management team. This executive role drives delivery excellence, talent development, client success, and operational consistency while partnering with company leadership to support growth.

You will oversee PM standards, implement technology and best practices, and mentor Project Engineers and Managers to build a high-performing department dedicated to safety, quality, and on-time performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, business, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive construction project management experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing and developing project management professionals.
• Proven success leading large, complex construction projects and portfolios.
• Exceptional client relationship and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of construction operations, financial management, scheduling, contracts, risk management, and project controls.
• Experience implementing organizational change and process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to promote technology adoption and operational innovation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and construction management software platforms.
• LEED Accreditation, OSHA Certification, or similar credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Managers, and Senior Project Managers.
• Oversee department goals, performance expectations, and professional development plans aligned with company objectives.
• Serve as a senior client relationship manager and executive point of contact for key clients and partners.
• Support business development efforts through client meetings, presentations, interviews, and relationship-building activities.
• Monitor project health, resource allocation, staffing needs, and workload balancing across the department.
• Recommend departmental staffing, organizational structure, budgeting, and strategic initiatives to executive leadership.
• Maintain and improve project management standards, procedures, training programs, and best practices.
• Drive implementation and adoption of construction technology, innovation initiatives, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with Preconstruction, Field Operations, Accounting, Safety, and Human Resources to improve organizational effectiveness and project performance.
• Lead talent acquisition, onboarding, retention, succession planning, and workforce development initiatives.
• Promote and reinforce company safety standards, quality expectations, and culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Project management

Strategic planning

Communication

Budgeting

Risk management

Scheduling

Contracts

Project controls

Technology adoption

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or related field

Tools

Construction management software

Microsoft 365

Job description

Department: Operations / Project Management
Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Join Miller Davis as a strategic leader responsible for developing and leading our Project Management team. This role drives project delivery excellence, talent development, client satisfaction, operational consistency, and innovation while partnering with company leadership to support growth and long-term success.

Position Summary

Provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for the Project Management Department. Responsible for developing a high-performing project management team, ensuring consistent project execution, supporting client relationships, driving innovation, and achieving quality, safety, schedule, and financial objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, supervise, and develop Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Managers, and Senior Project Managers.
• Oversee department goals, performance expectations, and professional development plans aligned with company objectives.
• Serve as a senior client relationship manager and executive point of contact for key clients and partners.
• Support business development efforts through client meetings, presentations, interviews, and relationship-building activities.
• Monitor project health, resource allocation, staffing needs, and workload balancing across the department.
• Recommend departmental staffing, organizational structure, budgeting, and strategic initiatives to executive leadership.
• Maintain and improve project management standards, procedures, training programs, and best practices.
• Drive implementation and adoption of construction technology, innovation initiatives, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with Preconstruction, Field Operations, Accounting, Safety, and Human Resources to improve organizational effectiveness and project performance.
• Lead talent acquisition, onboarding, retention, succession planning, and workforce development initiatives.
• Promote and reinforce company safety standards, quality expectations, and culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of progressive construction project management experience.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing and developing project management professionals.
• Demonstrated success leading large, complex construction projects and portfolios.
• Exceptional client relationship and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of construction operations, financial management, scheduling, contracts, risk management, and project controls.
• Experience implementing organizational change and process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to promote technology adoption and operational innovation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and construction management software platforms.
• LEED Accreditation, OSHA Certification, or similar credentials preferred.

Miller Davis offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial future of our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid life insurance; paid holidays and paid time off; a 401(k) plan with company match; and flexible and remote work schedules.

Miller Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

About Miller Davis

For more than a century, Miller Davis has been a trusted construction partner throughout Michigan, delivering exceptional Construction Management, Design-Build, and General Contracting services. We take pride in building facilities that strengthen our communities, from educational and healthcare campuses to manufacturing, commercial, and nonprofit projects. Our reputation is built on strong relationships, quality craftsmanship, integrity, and a commitment to helping our clients achieve lasting success.