Construction Project Manager

Venteon is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to fill an opening with a Commercial and Industrial Mechanical Construction company in the Metro Detroit area.

• Manage commercial mechanical construction projects from planning and pre-construction through completion and closeout.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and projections.
• Coordinate project activities with general contractors, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Lead and participate in project meetings and maintain clear, timely communication with all project stakeholders.
• Review and manage plans, specifications, submittals, RFIs, change orders, AIA’s and other project documentation.
• Work closely with Estimating and Field Supervision to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to project execution.
• Monitor project costs, labor, materials, and project budgets.
• Review project financials and identify potential cost overruns, schedule concerns, and other risks before they impact the project.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate change orders and assist with maintaining accurate project documentation.
• Coordinate material procurement and delivery to support project schedules and field requirements.
• Work with field personnel to resolve project issues and ensure work progresses efficiently.
• Oversee and provide direction to Project Administrators and Project Coordinators, ensuring project documentation, administrative tasks, schedules, and communications are completed accurately and timely.
• Ensure projects are completed in accordance with contract documents, applicable codes, specifications, and quality standards.
• Promote and support commitment to a safe work environment and ensure project safety requirements are communicated and followed.
• Maintain accurate project records and provide regular updates to management regarding project progress, financial performance, schedule, and potential issues.
• Visit project job sites regularly to monitor progress, review project conditions, coordinate with field personnel, identify potential issues, and ensure work is progressing in accordance with project schedules, plans, specifications.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve project efficiency, profitability, communication, and customer satisfaction.
• Support project closeout activities, including punch lists, final documentation, as-builts, warranties, and customer turnover.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent construction experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of commercial construction project management experience, preferably within mechanical contracting, HVAC, plumbing, or related construction.
• Experience managing commercial mechanical projects valued at $5 million or more preferred.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction processes, project scheduling, budgeting, estimating, and contract administration.
• Working knowledge of mechanical construction, including HVAC, plumbing, piping, and related systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, contracts, and other project documents.
• Strong understanding of change orders, RFIs, submittals, procurement, and project closeout procedures.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem‑solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, contractors, vendors, and employees.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction project management software:
  Procore, Autodesk Forma, Clearstory, etc.
• Strong financial and analytical skills with the ability to monitor project costs and profitability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced construction environment.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.