Freelance Entry Level Project Construction Manager Jobs in Michigan

Position Summary:

The Assistant Project Construction Manager supports our customer's life-cycle capital improvement and growth plans by managing the construction process, suppliers, and builders to ensure the timely, on-budget completion of assigned projects.

• Manages projects and schedules of the various phases of capital improvement projects appropriately to ensure required dates are achieved to meet business plans.

• Manages the process of architectural/engineering documentation as required to secure permits, meet municipal requirements, and update internal building plans and records. Ensures budget and operational needs are met and all relevant construction details are conveyed.

• Manages all aspects of the capital improvement project execution process with all parties including contractors, vendors, architects, and engineers to ensure on-time completion.

• Executes in alignment with established capital improvement project processes and procedures to meet schedules and budgets.

• Follows a formal bid review process for approval by the PRS Leadership that includes recommendation of qualified bidders, preparation of standardized contracts, bid documents, and specified qualifications.

• Interfaces with regulatory agencies for permit and licenses from the start of the process through receipt of final occupancy permit or required completion documentation

• Communicates with and keeps Leadership up-to-date on projects through status reports.

• Manages/maintains all project documentation binders including plans, prints, as-builts, pay applications, and other required materials.

• Analyzes capital budgets for assigned projects. Routinely monitors, manages, and controls budget, analyzes variances and takes appropriate action and develops plans when necessary.

• Performs on-site visits to review job progress during construction for quality and timeliness.

• Conducts research and reports on best practices, new technology, equipment, processes, etc that could create increased efficiencies and cost savings

• Performs other duties as assigned.

When you will work:

• Travel: Up to 50% travel required. Up to 75% of travel will involve commercial airline transit.

• Flexibility: Standard business hours with occasional requirement (less than 25%) for off-shift, evening, or weekend work based on operational needs.

What you bring to the table:

• Two or more years of construction project management experience in commercial, industrial or retail segments, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Requires frequent travel.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred in business, construction or related field.

• Valid State driver's license required.

• Deep understanding of construction workflows, contract law, safety regulations, and quality standards.

• Strong background in supervising teams, facilitating group discussions, and collaborating outside formal lines of authority.

• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to articulate fresh ideas and manage organizational change effectively.

• Proven project management skills with high accuracy, thoroughness, and structured follow-through on action items.

• Creative approach to tackling complex issues, utilizing existing precedents to develop workable implementation plans.

• Calm under pressure, highly accountable, compliant with confidentiality, and dedicated to continuous improvement.

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.