Job Title: Construction Project Manager
Job Description
The Construction Project Manager oversees K-12 construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, serving as the primary point of contact between the owner, design team, and construction partners. This position suits experienced construction project managers and professionals with program management or owner's representative backgrounds who can successfully lead ground-up and renovation projects while balancing schedule, budget, quality, and stakeholder expectations.
Responsibilities
Lead overall project planning, execution, and delivery from preconstruction through closeout to ensure schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met.
Manage project controls, including schedule tracking, cost control, and performance metrics, to keep projects on time and within budget.
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to proactively identify, assess, and resolve project risks and issues.
Oversee change management processes, including evaluation, pricing, negotiation, and documentation of change orders.
Administer contracts and support procurement activities, including bid reviews, vendor selection, and subcontractor management.
Coordinate and lead design reviews and constructability assessments to ensure design documents are buildable, cost-effective, and aligned with project goals.
Develop, implement, and monitor project quality plans to ensure adherence to specifications, codes, and industry standards.
Provide regular reporting and communication to ownership and executive stakeholders, including progress updates, financial status, and risk summaries.
Direct and support project staff, including engineers and project administration personnel, by providing leadership, guidance, and performance feedback.
Facilitate collaboration and communication among owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to resolve design and construction issues.
Ensure compliance with safety plans, insurance requirements, and contractual obligations across all project phases.
Monitor and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, including cost tracking and variance analysis.
Support the management of multiple projects or programs simultaneously when required, prioritizing resources and timelines effectively.
Essential Skills
Minimum of 4+ years of construction project management experience with a general contractor working on ground-up projects.
Demonstrated ability to manage project schedule, budget, and risk across multiple stakeholders.
Strong knowledge of contract administration, including drafting, reviewing, and enforcing contract requirements.
Proven experience in change management, including evaluating and processing change orders.
Proficiency in project controls, including scheduling, cost control, and progress reporting.
Experience coordinating closely with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors on commercial or institutional projects.
Hands-on experience with ground-up construction and construction management practices.
Strong budgeting, cost control, and financial management skills for construction projects.
Ability to lead and support project teams, including engineers and project administration staff.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively with executive stakeholders and project partners.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred.
Experience managing multiple projects or programs simultaneously is highly desirable.
Experience working as a Construction Program Manager or Owner's Representative is strongly considered.
Experience with K-12 or public-sector construction projects, including renovations and new construction, is a plus.
Familiarity with commercial construction environments and processes.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, employee-focused culture that values leadership, integrity, and long-term career growth.
Motivation to contribute to meaningful educational and public-sector projects that positively impact communities.
Work Environment
This role operates in an office-based setting with frequent involvement at active jobsites. You work in a collaborative environment alongside owners, project executives, and internal leadership teams, with regular interaction across design and construction partners. Projects primarily focus on K-12 facilities, including both renovations and new construction, providing opportunities to work on impactful public-sector initiatives. The organization offers a supportive culture with strong executive backing, clear advancement pathways, and performance-based incentives, including profit participation, designed to reward high performance and long-term commitment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Detroit, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $48.10 - $82.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
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Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
