Senior Project Manager – Northern Michigan

Clark Construction Company•Gaylord, MI

About The Position

Clark is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and oversee construction projects across Northern Michigan. The role manages multiple active projects and coordinates with stakeholders, taking responsibility for project outcomes from start to finish. The Senior Project Manager is accountable for delivering projects on schedule and within budget while maintaining clear communication with clients, team members, partners, and leadership. The role also works closely with the Business Development team to help identify and secure future opportunities in the region. Ideal candidates may live near Alpena, Traverse City, Petoskey, Gaylord, Cadillac, Cheboygan, or surrounding areas. Clark describes its work environment as built on trust, collaboration, and excellence. It is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to high-quality construction management and to safety, sustainability, and innovation in its projects. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check, which may include employment, education, and professional reference verification, as well as criminal background or driving record checks as permitted by law. Background-check results are considered in accordance with applicable laws, and prior convictions are reviewed individually based on job-related factors rather than automatically disqualifying a candidate.

Requirements

Ability to independently manage multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational and process development skills, with a record of implementing effective procedures and workflows.
Solid understanding of construction and engineering operations, with flexibility to adapt to evolving tools and methodologies.
Proficiency in data automation tools, project management software, and standard business applications, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and other data management programs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and interact effectively at all organizational levels.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution (preferred).

Responsibilities

Define and maintain detailed project scopes, schedules, work breakdown structures, and planning assumptions; manage scope, budget, and schedule adjustments.
Collaborate with superintendents and the management team to allocate personnel and materials effectively and meet project goals.
Establish and adjust project priorities, reallocating resources as needed to meet critical deadlines and milestones.
Define stakeholder roles and responsibilities and ensure alignment and accountability across project teams.
Track and analyze project performance metrics, identify variances, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule and budget targets.
Collaborate with project teams and functional leads to align resources with deliverables and support cohesive execution.
Identify and resolve project performance issues promptly, removing barriers to maintain momentum and ensure on-time delivery.
Develop and oversee project execution plans, including risk management, communication strategies, change control, and quality assurance.
Conduct regular project assessments and provide timely, accurate updates to internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain consistent, transparent communication with clients, team members, and leadership to align expectations and drive progress.
Work with the Business Development team to help identify and secure future opportunities in Northern Michigan.