Construction Project Manager

Plante & Moran • Southfield, MI

5d

About The Position

Count on us. Our "we-care" culture is more than just a motto; it's a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us. Plante Moran Realpoint (PMR), affiliate entity of Plante & Moran, PLLC (PM) provides fully integrated Program Management/Owners Representation and Real Estate Services exclusively to corporations and institutional organizations. We are on the lookout for a dynamic and vibrant professional with outstanding interpersonal skills to take on the role of Construction Project Manager with our senior living clients. This exciting position involves overseeing either large-scale projects or multiple programs of varying scope and scale. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to engage with a wide range of clients and vendors, demonstrating exceptional communication and technical prowess. They will be adept at educating clients on risk factors, including preconstruction and management of vendors and budgets. If you are someone who thrives in dynamic environments and excels at managing complex projects, we would love to hear from you!

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 on large-scale commercial / institutional work and knowledge of construction best practices are required.
• Understanding of the design process that drives scope and budget development is desirable.
• Construction cost estimating experience is desirable
• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or estimating experience is desirable
• Experience with vertical construction, high density or high profile projects is desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project and/or Primavera Scheduling Software; Familiarity with BIM
• Qualified individuals must either reside in or near the Chicago area or be willing to relocate to these areas for this opportunity; Frequent travel throughout the region, with approximately 10% overnight travel.
• This is an exempt position, so you may have to work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working for an Owner’s Facility Team or as a consultant is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide program leadership by working with existing clients.
• Collaborate directly with clients to oversee multiple vendors and client stakeholders involved in designing and constructing the program including procuring vendors (A/E, constructor, etc.), managing the program to ensure adherence to budget and schedule, and aligning with project objectives.
• Advise on program risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Offer guidance on best practices and industry standards for contracting methods, program scheduling, and budget decisions.
• Provide advice on issue resolution in line with project objectives.
• Interact, coordinate, and communicate effectively with all levels of client management and support staff.
• Attend and participate in meetings with the client, architect, contractors, and other professional service providers.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to clients as requested, including regular project updates.
• Work within an internal team to ensure the implementation and compliance of P&M and PMR policies and procedures on projects.
• May involve oversight and management of junior staff.

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays
• 401(k) plan
• flexible benefits plans
• business-related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement for business-related use
• A pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff.
• A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees