Project Manager - Specialty Construction

Description Kforce has a client in Grand Rapids, MI that is seeking a Project Manager - Specialty Construction.

Summary:

* Own the successful execution of assigned projects from award and preconstruction through installation and closeout
* Coordinate estimating, detailing, purchasing, field operations, safety, and customer stakeholders to deliver contractual scope safely, on schedule, to quality standards, and within approved budgets
* Proactively identify risks, resolve issues, and maintain clear accountability for project outcomes
* Lead project kickoff and translate awarded scope, estimate assumptions, and contract requirements
* Develop and maintain installation schedules and internal V-Plans
* Coordinate manpower loading, equipment, site logistics, materials, sequencing, and readiness with superintendents and foremen to support installation
* Lead regular project progress reviews and document commitments, open issues, schedule changes, and corrective actions
* Own assigned project budgets, cost-to-complete forecasts, committed costs, and margin performance;
Escalate material deviations with recommended corrective actions
* Review contract scope, drawings, specifications, exclusions, and customer commitments;
Manage changes, documentation, pricing support, and timely change-order follow-through
* Coordinate material buyouts, purchase orders, vendor commitments, and delivery timing
* Identify opportunities to improve productivity and cost
* Partner with estimators during handoff to validate scope, schedule assumptions, labor, materials, equipment, and project-specific risks
* Coordinate with detailing/drafting teams to confirm drawings accurately reflect contracted scope, constructability, and best practices
* Lead preconstruction handoffs with field operations Requirements
* Project Scheduling & Production Planning:
Develops realistic milestones, monitors field progress, and anticipates downstream impacts
* Contract & Commercial Judgment:
Interprets scope and change requirements; protects budget, margin, and customer commitments
* Financial Acumen:
Understands estimates, committed costs, labor productivity, forecasting, and cost-to-complete
* Field & Constructability Knowledge:
Translates drawings and installation methods into workable field plans
* Safety & Quality Leadership:
Integrates jobsite risk controls, workmanship, and compliance into everyday decisions
* Ownership & Accountability:
Follows through on commitments, addresses performance gaps, and escalates risks early
* Communication & Influence:
Communicates clearly and diplomatically with field teams, customers, and executives
* Analytical Problem Solving & Composure:
Uses facts to resolve constraints and stays effective under pressure
* Organization, Adaptability & Integrity:
Manages competing priorities, changing conditions, and ethical decisions
* 5+ years of relevant experience in construction project management, field operations, or a closely related project delivery role
* Experience managing schedules, budgets, subcontractor/vendor coordination, and project scope changes
* Practical knowledge of construction drawings, installation sequencing, and jobsite safety expectations
* Experience in specialty wall systems, commercial construction, manufacturing-related installations, or similar environments preferred
* Working proficiency with project management, scheduling, and cost-tracking tools;
Autodesk Cost experience preferred

Job Type Direct Hire Compensation
100000 - $130000