Project Manager: Lead Complex Construction with Autonomy

Granger Construction; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Platinum-level healthcare

Industry-leading 401(k) match

Generous PTO and Volunteer Time Off

Wellness Program

Job summary

Granger Construction in Detroit, MI is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex building initiatives from kickoff to closeout. You will coordinate owners, architects, subcontractors, and internal teams to deliver on time and within budget.

You’ll develop and maintain schedules, manage RFIs and submittals, oversee budgets, and ensure quality while upholding Granger's values of trust, integrity, and teamwork across multi-sector projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proactive mindset with the tenacity to solve challenges and meet deadlines.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new construction management tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between owners, architects, subcontractors, and teams, ensuring seamless communication.
• Manage key project processes, including RFIs, submittals, schedules, and cost tracking.
• Develop and oversee project schedules, coordinate MEP and BIM processes, and work closely with internal teams like accounting, design, and estimating.
• Write subcontracts and purchase orders, monitor budgets, and problem-solve to keep projects on track.
• Deliver projects to closeout with a zero-punch list goal and comprehensive handoff.
• Represent Granger's values of trust, integrity, and teamwork in all interactions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Proactive mindset

Deadline-driven

Strategic thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Procore

ViewPoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

Granger Construction in Detroit, MI is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex building initiatives from kickoff to closeout. You will coordinate owners, architects, subcontractors, and internal teams to deliver on time and within budget.

You’ll develop and maintain schedules, manage RFIs and submittals, oversee budgets, and ensure quality while upholding Granger's values of trust, integrity, and teamwork across multi-sector projects.