Project Manager (Livonia, MI)

Position Overview

The Construction Project Manager will oversee heavy industrial construction projects ranging in value from $500,000 to $50 million, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements and quality standards.

Working closely with site superintendents, safety personnel, subcontractors, clients, and internal project teams, the Project Manager will be responsible for all aspects of project execution, including planning, scheduling, financial management, contract administration, risk mitigation, and project closeout.

The ideal candidate is a results-driven construction professional with extensive heavy industrial project management experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to manage complex projects while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, objectives, and performance standards.
• Oversee all phases of construction projects, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements, project specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate with site superintendents and project teams to ensure efficient execution and resource allocation.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions to maintain project milestones.
• Proactively identify, assess, and resolve project issues, risks, and scope gaps.

Safety and Compliance

• Promote a safety-first culture throughout all project activities.
• Coordinate with site safety personnel to identify hazards, implement preventive measures, and ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations.
• Ensure project activities adhere to established safety procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Verify compliance with applicable labor agreements and contractual obligations.

Client and Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
• Lead regular owner coordination meetings, project status reviews, and progress reporting sessions.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with client representatives, architects and engineers (A-E), subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Manage client expectations, resolve concerns, and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Provide timely updates on project performance, risks, milestones, and budget status.

Financial and Budget Management

• Manage project budgets, cost projections, cash flow, invoicing, and profitability.
• Monitor self-performed work costs, subcontractor expenses, and overall project financial performance.
• Review financial reports and implement cost-control measures to maintain budget compliance.
• Identify potential cost overruns, scope discrepancies, and financial risks.
• Ensure accurate processing of invoices, cost forecasts, and project financial documentation.

Subcontractor and Contract Management

• Coordinate and lead regular subcontractor meetings to review progress, resolve issues, and align project activities.
• Solicit, estimate, price, submit, and negotiate subcontract agreements and change orders.
• Review subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with project schedules, budgets, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Manage contract documentation, scope changes, and commercial obligations.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to prevent scope gaps and minimize disputes.

Project Closeout and Handover

• Develop and execute project closeout plans to ensure timely and organized completion.
• Coordinate final inspections, documentation, punch-list completion, and outstanding work resolution.
• Ensure project deliverables meet contractual and quality requirements.
• Facilitate an efficient handover process and confirm completion of required project documentation.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required.
• Seven or more years of experience in heavy industrial construction project management.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex construction projects, including responsibility for project schedules, budgets, contracts, safety, and financial performance.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and client relationships.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple project priorities effectively.
• Ability to identify project risks, resolve operational challenges, and drive projects toward successful completion.



Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing construction projects within the automotive or manufacturing sectors.
• Experience in heavy civil construction.
• Familiarity with construction scheduling, project management, estimating, and financial management software.
• Experience with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, Primavera P6, Autodesk Build, and Viewpoint Vista.
• Knowledge of labor agreements, subcontract administration, change order negotiations, and construction contract management.
• Experience managing projects valued between $500,000 and $50 million.