Construction Project Manager

Plante Moran•Grand Rapids, MI

17d•$130,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Plante Moran Realpoint (PMR)—an affiliate of Plante & Moran, PLLC (PM)—partners with corporations and institutional organizations to deliver fully integrated program management/owner’s representation and real estate services. We’re looking for an experienced, dynamic Senior Project Manager to lead K–12 projects in Michigan. In this role, you’ll build strong relationships with a diverse client base, communicate clearly, and apply your technical expertise to help clients understand risk and make informed program decisions.

Requirements

Engineering Degree, Architecture Degree, or Construction Management Degree from an accredited college or university
10+ years of building, design, and construction experience in the following areas: project management, construction administration or construction field management
Construction field experience with K-12 is ideal and knowledge of construction best practices is required.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project and/or Primavera Scheduling Software
Qualified individuals must either reside in or near the Grand Rapids area or be willing to relocate to these areas for this opportunity

Nice To Haves

Experience working for an Owner’s Facility Team or as a consultant is preferred
Understanding of the design process that drives scope and budget development is desirable.
Construction cost estimating experience is desirable
Familiarity with BIM

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning of project logistics including vendor contracting strategy, establishing internal team responsibilities and working with clients to develop the overall project structure to achieve their goals.
Responsible for leading multiple projects of varying scope and scale simultaneously.
Knowledgeable in legal and financing impacts to project structure.
Facilitate identification and resolution of project risk factors which can include AHJ requirements, design /engineering management and general construction means and methods.
Have a strong acumen in managing multiple vendors to their contractual obligations; assist with prioritization of activities
Procure services for construction and supplemental vendors required for complete project execution.
Coordinate and monitor vendor activities for compliance to contractual responsibilities.
Coordinate client engagement within overall program, facilitate the decision making process.
Monitor budget, schedule and project risk items; facilitate issue resolution
Ensure implementation and compliance of P&M and PMR policies and procedures on projects including internal reporting
Participate and lead team development including mentoring, and coaching on performance