Project Manager

Venteon; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Venteon is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects in the Metro Detroit area. You will oversee planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination with contractors, owners, architects, engineers, and field teams.

Minimum five years of PM experience in mechanical construction is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred. You should have strong skills in scheduling, cost control, contract administration, and the ability to read

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent construction experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Experience managing commercial mechanical projects valued at $5 million or more.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, estimating, and contract administration.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, contracts, and other project documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial mechanical construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Develop, monitor, and forecast schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate activities with general contractors, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Lead meetings and maintain clear, timely communication with stakeholders.
• Review plans, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Work with estimating and field supervision to transition from estimating to execution.
• Monitor project costs, labor, materials, and budgets.
• Oversee project documentation and closeout activities.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Contract administration

Reading plans

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Forma

Clearstory

Job description

Venteon is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to fill an opening with a Commercial and Industrial Mechanical Construction company in the Metro Detroit area.

Requirements of the Project Manager

• Manage commercial mechanical construction projects from planning and pre-construction through completion and closeout.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and projections.
• Coordinate project activities with general contractors, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Lead and participate in project meetings and maintain clear, timely communication with all project stakeholders.
• Review and manage plans, specifications, submittals, RFIs, change orders, AIA’s and other project documentation.
• Work closely with Estimating and Field Supervision to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to project execution.
• Monitor project costs, labor, materials, and project budgets.
• Review project financials and identify potential cost overruns, schedule concerns, and other risks before they impact the project.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate change orders and assist with maintaining accurate project documentation.
• Coordinate material procurement and delivery to support project schedules and field requirements.
• Work with field personnel to resolve project issues and ensure work progresses efficiently.
• Oversee and provide direction to Project Administrators and Project Coordinators, ensuring project documentation, administrative tasks, schedules, and communications are completed accurately and timely.
• Ensure projects are completed in accordance with contract documents, applicable codes, specifications, and quality standards.
• Promote and support commitment to a safe work environment and ensure project safety requirements are communicated and followed.
• Maintain accurate project records and provide regular updates to management regarding project progress, financial performance, schedule, and potential issues.
• Visit project job sites regularly to monitor progress, review project conditions, coordinate with field personnel, identify potential issues, and ensure work is progressing in accordance with project schedules, plans, specifications, and standards.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve project efficiency, profitability, communication, and customer satisfaction.
• Support project closeout activities, including punch lists, final documentation, as-builts, warranties, and customer turnover.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Responsibilities of the Project Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent construction experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of commercial construction project management experience, preferably within mechanical contracting, HVAC, plumbing, or related construction.
• Experience managing commercial mechanical projects valued at $5 million or more preferred.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction processes, project scheduling, budgeting, estimating, and contract administration.
• Working knowledge of mechanical construction, including HVAC, plumbing, piping, and related systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, contracts, and other project documents.
• Strong understanding of change orders, RFIs, submittals, procurement, and project closeout procedures.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, contractors, vendors, and employees.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction project management software: Procore, Autodesk Forma, Clearstory, etc.
• Strong financial and analytical skills with the ability to monitor project costs and profitability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.