Project Manager – Civil Infrastructure Market - Southeast Michigan

Clark Construction Company • Detroit, MI

18d

About The Position

Manage the Infrastructure That Keeps Communities Running
Project Manager – Municipal Infrastructure
Why This Role Exists + What You'll Lead
Municipal infrastructure projects protect public health and can't afford failure.
Clark's Auburn Hills office is looking for a Project Manager to lead water, wastewater, pump station, and transmission projects across Southeast Michigan.
This role exists because infrastructure work requires technical depth, regulatory discipline, and steady coordination with municipalities and utility authorities. You'll manage projects that must stay operational while construction is underway.
Based in Auburn Hills, serving clients across Southeast Michigan - ideal candidates may live near Detroit, Ann Arbor, Troy, Novi, or Sterling Heights.
What Success Looks Like
In year one, you're confidently managing active infrastructure projects while building trust with public-sector clients.
Within several years, you're leading larger scopes and preparing for expanded market leadership responsibilities.
What Makes Clark Different
We approach public work with long-term thinking and disciplined execution. You'll have autonomy with executive support and access to in-house capabilities when complexity demands it.
You'll build infrastructure communities rely on every day.

Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial or heavy civil PM experience
• Understanding of water/wastewater systems and regulatory compliance
• Strong coordination and planning capability
• Financial oversight and risk management discipline
• Clear communication with public-sector stakeholders
• Proficiency with ProjectSight, Phoenix, Bluebeam, Microsoft Suite

Nice To Haves

• Municipal or infrastructure experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead municipal infrastructure projects from planning through commissioning
• Develop and manage schedules around operational constraints
• Oversee budgets, cost control, and forecasting
• Manage regulatory documentation and compliance requirements
• Coordinate with DPW teams, utility operators, and engineers
• Conduct trade meetings and maintain execution discipline
• Enforce safety and environmental standards
• Support Senior PMs in maintaining municipal relationships

Benefits

• Clark offers profit sharing, generous PTO, 401(k) matching, and comprehensive health coverage.
• We invest in professional growth and are a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed