Project Manager- General Construction Management

Overview

Lead large construction projects, managing budget, schedule, safety, and stakeholder coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• team leadership
• budget management
• resource planning
• safety compliance
• stakeholder communication
• construction oversight

Tasks

-Team Leadership: Direct and supervise project personnel, monitor and control the project via the on-site Superintendent; address critical issues as needed. -Managing large-scale and complex data center projects with budgets between $50M+. -Managing projects with $100M+ projects in sectors like general construction, electrical construction, manufacturing construction, technology or infrastructure (transportation, utilities, communication, buildings or energy) industries. -Resource Management: Monitor compliance with safety programs and document corrective measures. Ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support project schedules. -Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including executives, clients, and vendors, to ensure alignment and address any concerns. -Oversee Construction: Ensure compliance with design, budget, and schedule, while coordinating with clients, A/E representatives, subcontractors, and other stakeholders. Set project objectives, policies, and performance standards within corporate guidelines. -Resource Management: Monitor and support compliance with safety programs, and the varied groups within the project. -Manage Project Administration: Approve purchase requisitions and change requests. Maintain project logs, documentation and finances. Ensure adherence to company, client, and project policies and standards.

Requirements

• 10+ years
• construction degree
• scheduling
• cost control
• team leadership
• travel 70%

What You Bring

-Successful background maintaining high safety standards and delivering quality outcomes. -Experience in two or more of the following: -Strong knowledge of construction processes, laws, standards, and regulations. -Experience reporting directly to Construction executives to make decisions, recommendations that impact project profitability. -Experience supervising, motivating and mentoring cross-functional teams. -10-years minimum experience of commercial or industrial construction experience including design, finance, and management. -Proficiency in developing and implementing project strategies, plans, and budgets. -A valid driver’s license in the US and a valid passport required; willingness and ability to travel; travel is estimated at 70+%. -Advanced understanding of construction scheduling, and cost control. -4-year construction management, engineering degree or equivalent professional training and experience.

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About Walbridge

-Headquartered in Detroit, with expanded operations across North and South America, it has become one of America’s largest privately‑held construction firms. -Projects range from green‑field manufacturing and battery parks to renovations of education and healthcare facilities. -Delivery methods include general contracting, design‑build, construction management, and EPC integrated with self‑performing concrete and engineering services. -Typical sectors include automotive, data centers, healthcare, education, government, transportation, energy, and mission‑critical facilities. -Walbridge has earned repeated recognition as a US Best Managed Company and has won ENR and EcoVadis awards for standout projects. -The firm leverages advanced technology, such as 3D modeling and AI, to identify issues early, optimize planning, and drive efficiency. -Recent marquee projects include Ford’s BlueOval battery plant and the University of Michigan’s mass timber research hub, showcasing innovation and scale.

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