Infrastructure Construction Project Manager

Plante Moran Realpoint, LLC; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible Time Off

Discretionary bonus plan

Job summary

Plante Moran Realpoint, LLC is seeking a Project Manager to lead infrastructure projects from design to construction. This position requires 10-15 years of experience in project management and frequent travel throughout the region, including some overnight stays.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management, and is expected to effectively manage project logistics while ensuring cost and compliance throughout the entire process.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of building and construction experience in project management.
• Experience with large-scale infrastructure work.
• Knowledge of construction best practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan project logistics and vendor contracting strategy.
• Manage multiple projects of varying scope simultaneously.
• Coordinate vendor activities for compliance with contracts.

Skills

Project management

Construction experience

Vendor management

Budget monitoring

Engineering knowledge

Microsoft Project

BIM familiarity

Education

Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Primavera Scheduling Software

Job description

About the Role

The Project Manager will lead infrastructure projects from design through construction. This role is based out of the Southfield, MI office and requires on‑site work with clients 2–3 days per week, with up to 30% overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Plan project logistics, including vendor contracting strategy, internal team responsibilities, and overall project structure in partnership with clients.
• Lead multiple projects of varying scope and scale simultaneously.
• Apply knowledge of legal and financing impacts to project structure.
• Identify and resolve project risk factors, including AHJ requirements, design and engineering management, and construction means and methods.
• Manage multiple vendors to ensure contractual obligations are met and assist with prioritization of activities.
• Procure construction and supplemental vendor services required for full project execution.
• Coordinate and monitor vendor activities for compliance with contractual responsibilities.
• Drive client engagement throughout the overall program and facilitate decision‑making.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, and project risks, and facilitate issue resolution.
• Ensure implementation and compliance with P&M and PMR policies, procedures, and internal reporting requirements.
• Participate in and lead team development through mentoring, coaching, and performance support.

Qualifications

• Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management degree from an accredited college or university.
• 10–15 years of building, design, and construction experience in project management, construction administration, or field management.
• Experience working for an Owner’s Facility Team or as a consultant preferred.
• Construction field experience on large‑scale infrastructure work and knowledge of construction best practices required.
• Understanding of the design process that drives scope and budget development desired.
• Construction cost estimating experience desired.
• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or estimating experience desired.
• Experience with vertical construction, high density or high profile projects desired.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project and/or Primavera Scheduling Software; familiarity with BIM.

Location and Travel

Eligible candidates must either reside in or near the Metro Detroit area or be willing to relocate. The position requires frequent travel throughout the region, with approximately 30% overnight travel.

Compensation

Compensation range: $100,000.00 – $170,000.00 (varies by office location: CO, IL, OH, MA).

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Flexible Time Off and various predetermined holidays.
• Business‑related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement.
• Discretionary bonus plan for eligible staff.

EEO Statement

Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plante Moran maintains a drug‑free workplace. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, except for qualified bilingual candidates in Japanese or Chinese.