Senior Commercial Restoration Project Manager

NorthStar Hiring Partners; Walled Lake (MI); On-site; USD 81,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthStar Hiring Partners is seeking a Commercial Restoration Project Manager to oversee large-scale reconstruction and restoration projects after fire, water, wind, and storm events. Lead project planning, budgeting, and subcontractor coordination to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with high quality.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial construction project management, insurance restoration, and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Proven experience managing large-scale commercial restoration, reconstruction, or insurance-related repair projects.
• Strong understanding of the insurance restoration process, including estimating, approved scopes, and supplemental work.
• Advanced proficiency with Xactimate.
• Experience using Microsoft Project or equivalent scheduling software.
• Familiarity with construction project management platforms and reporting tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, budgets, subcontractors, and project deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and building codes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain organized and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial restoration and reconstruction projects from initial assessment through final completion.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Oversee day-to-day project operations to ensure milestones and deadlines are achieved.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trade partners, suppliers, and internal construction teams.
• Ensure all work meets approved specifications, applicable building codes, and quality standards.
• Conduct regular jobsite inspections and address construction challenges proactively.
• Maintain organized project documentation and progress reports.
• Work closely with estimators, insurance adjusters, and other stakeholders to align construction activities with approved insurance scopes.
• Review estimates and project documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify and communicate necessary scope changes or supplemental work.
• Support efficient claims-related communication and documentation throughout the restoration process.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for commercial property owners, property managers, and other project stakeholders.
• Provide consistent project updates regarding schedules, budgets, and progress.
• Resolve concerns professionally while maintaining positive client relationships.
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience during complex and time-sensitive restoration projects.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Subcontractor coordination

Leadership

Client communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Tools

Xactimate

Microsoft Project

Job description

NorthStar Hiring Partners is seeking a Commercial Restoration Project Manager to oversee large-scale reconstruction and restoration projects after fire, water, wind, and storm events. Lead project planning, budgeting, and subcontractor coordination to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with high quality.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial construction project management, insurance restoration, and stakeholder communication.