Senior Project Manager – Northern Michigan

Clark College; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Generous paid time off

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life, and/dis

Support for ongoing education and PD

Job summary

Clark College is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead construction projects across Northern Michigan. You will manage multiple active projects, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure delivery on schedule and within budget.

The role collaborates with Business Development to identify opportunities in the region and requires close communication with clients and teams. Ideal candidates live near Alpena or nearby towns and have strong leadership of cross-functional project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred.
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and process development skills with solid procedures.
• Understanding of construction and engineering operations and evolving tools.
• Proficiency with data automation tools, project management software, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain detailed project scopes, schedules, and planning assumptions.
• Proactively manage scope, budget, and schedule adjustments to stay on track.
• Collaborate with superintendents to allocate personnel and materials effectively.
• Establish and adjust project priorities to meet deadlines and milestones.
• Clearly define roles for stakeholders and ensure accountability across teams.
• Track key performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Work with project teams to align resources with deliverables.
• Identify and resolve performance issues to maintain momentum and delivery.

Skills

Multitask management

Stakeholder communication

Resource planning

Team collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Project management software

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Northern Michigan

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and oversee construction projects across Northern Michigan. This role requires someone who can manage multiple active projects, coordinate with a range of stakeholders, and take responsibility for project outcomes from start to finish.

You will be responsible for delivering projects on schedule and within budget while maintaining clear communication with clients, team members, and partners. In addition to project execution, you will work closely with the Business Development team to help identify and secure future opportunities in the region.

If you have a solid project management background, enjoy working closely with clients and teams, and are interested in helping expand our presence in Northern Michigan, we encourage you to apply.

Ideal candidates may live near Alpena, Traverse City, Petoskey, Gaylord, Cadillac, Cheboygan, or other surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Define and maintain detailed project scopes, schedules, work breakdown structures, and planning assumptions. Proactively manage scope, budget, and schedule adjustments to keep projects on track.
• Resource Management: Collaborate with superintendents and the management team to allocate personnel and materials effectively, ensuring optimal resource utilization to meet project goals.
• Priority Setting: Establish and continuously adjust project priorities, reallocating resources as needed to meet critical deadlines and milestones.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Clearly define roles and responsibilities for all stakeholders and ensure alignment and accountability across project teams.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze key project performance metrics, identifying variances early and implementing corrective actions to maintain schedule and budget targets.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with project teams and functional leads to align resources with deliverables and maintain cohesive execution.
• Issue Resolution: Identify and resolve project performance issues promptly, removing barriers to maintain momentum and ensure on-time delivery.
• Execution Strategy: Develop and oversee comprehensive project execution plans-including risk management, communication strategies, change control, and quality assurance.
• Project Reviews: Conduct regular project assessments and provide timely, accurate updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Communication: Maintain consistent and transparent communication with clients, team members, and leadership to ensure alignment, manage expectations, and drive progress.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution (preferred).
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and process development skills, with a track record of implementing effective procedures and workflows.
• Solid understanding of construction and engineering operations, with the flexibility to adapt to evolving tools and methodologies.
• Proficiency in data automation tools, project management software, and standard business applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel, and other data management programs).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and interact effectively at all organizational levels.

Why Work with Us?

At Clark, we believe in fostering a work environment built on trust, collaboration, and excellence. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, committed to providing high-quality construction management while ensuring safety, sustainability, and innovation in every project. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Profit sharing
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Support for ongoing education and professional development

*Clark is a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer (VFE)