Director of Project Management – Construction
| Company | Wolverine Building Group |
|---|---|
| Location | Grand Rapids, MI, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum ten (10) years of experience in Project Management in the built environment.
- Must have experience working on varied and complex projects, as well as applicable leadership experience (formal or informal).
- Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), CCM (Certified Construction Manager), or equivalent.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Responsibilities
- Prioritizes safety throughout all project phases, from planning to completion.
- Develops and standardizes project management practices in collaboration with senior leadership, ensuring Strong 7 adherence and process optimization across all market segments.
- Coaches team on managing complex construction processes and relationships with senior leadership.
- Monitors team performance metrics like schedule adherence, cost control, and client satisfaction, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Guides team members on dashboard accuracy and project health, ensuring staffing levels align with project needs.
- Strategically assigns projects based on team skills, career goals, and project complexity, balancing workload and fostering development.
- Optimizes project type distribution to balance team expertise and provide development opportunities.
- Works with General Superintendents to ensure balanced project teams.
- Communicates relevant project information, resolves issues, and escalates as needed.
- Collects feedback from project team leaders for performance and career development.
- Onboards and trains new project management staff, ensuring compliance with SOPs.
- Provides coaching, feedback, and direction to support team growth and prepare for future roles.
- Collaborates with leadership to create a vision for project management growth.
- Ensures reliable attendance and performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
- In-depth knowledge of construction safety, compliance, quality control, and a commitment to a safety-first culture.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Procore, construction management software (e.g., Bluebeam, Acumatica), and scheduling tools. Embraces technology and innovation.
- Expertise in construction project management methodologies, principles, and strategies, including Lean, Design-Build, Critical Path, and Integrated Project Delivery.
- Strong financial acumen and leadership experience with Design-Build, Ground-Up, and renovation projects.
- Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills with a confident, professional demeanor.
- Skilled at fostering positive work environments, promoting teamwork, and tactfully addressing sensitive issues.
- Proven ability to rally teams and manage diverse groups effectively.