Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Weaver Companies; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Construction in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking an experienced Design Project Manager for commercial ground-up construction. You will lead projects from inception to completion, coordinate across disciplines, and ensure client expectations are met.

The role requires 5–10 years of relevant experience, a 4-year degree, proficiency with Procore and Microsoft Office, and willingness to travel up to 25%. You will mentor teams and manage budgets and schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years of experience managing commercial construction projects.
• Hands-on proficiency with Procore and construction documentation.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage construction projects from inception to completion.
• Review drawings and specifications and ensure design compliance.
• Coordinate between disciplines for seamless integration.
• Manage subcontractor selection and subcontracts, change orders, and payments.
• Prepare and review construction proposals and budgets.
• Act as primary client liaison and participate in project meetings.
• Support RFI and Change Order processes.
• Monitor site progress with the superintendent.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

4-year degree

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Grand Rapids MI - Hiring Location - Grand Rapids, MI 49534

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: DesignProject Manager - Commercial Construction

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage construction projects from inception to completion
• Research and maintain knowledge of building application methods and materials
• Provide technical guidance to the construction team:
  • Review drawings and specifications
  • Ensure that designs comply with client expectations
• Facilitate collaboration between disciplines to ensure seamless integration of construction elements
• Manage subcontractor selection
• Manage subcontracts, change orders, and payments
• Prepare and review construction proposals
• Create and maintain construction budgets and schedules
• Act as a main point of contact for client counterpart on the project
• Assist in developing and reviewing contract documents
• Participate in project meetings
• Understand client needs and requirements
• Provide expert advice and solutions
• Perform regular site inspections and on-site coordination with superintendent with site progress
• Provide guidance to subcontractors by helping them interpret design specifications, related to project proposals
• Responsible for Request for Information (RFI) process
• Responsible for Change Order process
• Manage regular update meetings with client

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• At least 5-10 years of relevant experience with managing commercial projects, with a focus on ground up construction
• Hands on experience with Procore
• Proficiency with applications like Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must be a team player with strong organizational skills
• Willingness to travel within the continental US, including overnight trips

About Anchor Construction

Founded in 2006, Anchor Construction pushes the boundaries of design-build excellence. From the very beginning we’ve been an innovator in client specific design, project administration, and construction management, seamlessly integrating these together into the design-build process.

Anchor Construction prides itself on our people - A talented group of engineers, architects, construction specialists, support staff and administrators who are as dedicated to client service as they are to their professional or technical discipline.

Anchor is a proud member of the Weaver family, which maintains a drugfree workplace!

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