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SystemDomain, Inc.

Project manager

Lansing, MI · On-site

Strategic Project Management * Executive Communication * Stakeholder Management * Vendor Management * Project Planning & Scheduling * Risk & Issue Management * Conflict Resolution * Scope ...

Quantam

RFP Project Manager

Lansing, MI · On-site

$99K - $118K/yr

This position provides oversight, leadership, accountability and project management functions for large strategic projects and programs with high visibility at the Agency Executive level. These ...

Optimal Inc.

Project Management Analyst

Dearborn, MI

$107K/yr

This candidate will interact with suppliers, to executives, and everyone in between making this an ... Support the project team by tracking milestones, maintaining project plans, managing action-item ...

Optimal Inc.

Project Management Analyst

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$107K/yr

This candidate will interact with suppliers, to executives, and everyone in between making this an ... Support the project team by tracking milestones, maintaining project plans, managing action-item ...

Optimal

Project Management Analyst

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$70 - $95/hr

This candidate will interact with suppliers, to executives, and everyone in between making this an ... Support the project team by tracking milestones, maintaining project plans, managing action-item ...

Optimal Inc.

Project Management Analyst

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$107K/yr

This candidate will interact with suppliers, to executives, and everyone in between making this an ... Support the project team by tracking milestones, maintaining project plans, managing action-item ...

JRD Systems

Senior ERP Project Manager

Detroit, MI · On-site +1

Senior ERP Project Manager - Data Conversion Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior ... Vendor Management * Executive Communication * Oracle Fusion (Preferred) * ETL Concepts * Data ...

G-TECH Services

Be Seen First

Project Management Analyst

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$44/hr

Project Management Analyst We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive ... This candidate will interact with suppliers, to executives, and everyone in between making this an ...

The Select Group

Utilities PMO Director

Detroit, MI · On-site

Serve as TSG's primary executive Utilities interface and single point of accountability to program leadership and steering committee for all PMO governance, delivery performance, and strategic ...

HARMAN International

AX PMO Manager

Novi, MI · On-site

Description & Requirements As the AX PMO Manager (P4) , you will serve as a senior individual ... Prepare executive and board-level materials, synthesizing complex portfolio information into ...

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How much do project management executive jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for project management executive in Michigan is $146,350.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,300.00 and $171,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Project Management Executive vs Project Coordinator?

AspectProject Management ExecutiveProject Coordinator
CredentialsPM certifications (PMP, CAPM), relevant experienceEntry-level certifications, organizational skills
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, high-level decision makingTask coordination, project support
Employer & Industry UsageCorporate, large organizations, consulting firmsVarious industries, supporting project teams

The Project Management Executive typically handles strategic planning and oversees multiple projects, requiring advanced certifications and experience. In contrast, the Project Coordinator focuses on supporting project activities, coordinating tasks, and assisting project managers. Both roles are essential in project execution but differ in scope, responsibilities, and seniority.

Is a project management executive higher than a project manager?

A project management executive typically holds a higher leadership position than a project manager, overseeing multiple projects or departments and setting strategic goals. Project managers focus on planning and executing individual projects, often reporting to executives. The hierarchy varies by organization but generally, executives have broader responsibilities and authority.

What are the most commonly searched types of Project Management jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Project Management jobs in Michigan are:

Project Management Executive jobs near you
Infographic showing various Project Management Executive job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $146,350 per year, or $70.4 per hour.

Project manager

SystemDomain, Inc.

Lansing, MI • On-site

Other

Posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage projects throughout the full lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, implementation, and closeout.

  • Coordinate cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure project objectives and timelines are met.

  • Monitor project performance, identify risks and issues, and escalate significant concerns to leadership.

Job description

Project Manager 3

Location: Lansing, MI (Onsite)
Duration: Long-Term Contract

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager 3 to provide leadership, oversight, accountability, and project management for large-scale strategic projects and programs with high organizational visibility.

These initiatives involve a high degree of complexity, intricate dependencies, significant risk, and executive-level accountability. Projects may include diverse stakeholder groups, vendor participation, multiple interdependent schedules, and integration with other systems or applications.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects throughout the full lifecycle, ensuring alignment with established project management methodologies and organizational priorities. This role will also support long-term release planning, monitor project budget, quality, scope, and schedule, and proactively escalate significant issues and risks to executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership and oversight for large, complex, strategic projects and programs.
  • Manage direct engagement with stakeholders and vendors, including approximately 15-20% executive-level communication.
  • Lead executive and sponsor meetings to communicate project health, progress, risks, issues, dependencies, and key decisions.
  • Establish and monitor project control processes to ensure timely visibility into changes affecting cost, quality, scope, and schedule.
  • Develop project plans, staffing strategies, schedules, and reporting processes to support successful project delivery.
  • Ensure project planning, staffing, reporting, and execution align with established project management methodologies and organizational prioritization processes.
  • Manage projects throughout the complete lifecycle, from initiation and planning through execution, implementation, and closeout.
  • Direct and coordinate day-to-day project activities, tasks, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables.
  • Coordinate cross-functional project teams, stakeholders, and vendors to maintain alignment with project objectives and timelines.
  • Monitor project performance and proactively identify risks, issues, dependencies, and competing priorities.
  • Escalate significant project risks, issues, and deviations to appropriate leadership in a timely manner.
  • Perform quality control activities to ensure project scope, requirements, deliverables, and objectives are met.
  • Facilitate communication across project teams, stakeholders, vendors, and leadership.
  • Build consensus, resolve conflicts, facilitate working sessions, and negotiate outcomes.
  • Analyze project information and data to identify problems and develop actionable solutions.
  • Perform additional project management activities as needed to support organizational objectives.

Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience working effectively in team environments within matrixed organizations.
  • 5+ years of experience resolving complex, high-priority conflicts and competing requirements.
  • 5+ years of experience applying project management principles, methodologies, and industry best practices.
  • 5+ years of experience working with system development methodologies for building new systems and enhancing existing information systems.
  • 5+ years of experience communicating stakeholder needs clearly and effectively.
  • 5+ years of experience analyzing data, identifying problems, and developing actionable solutions.
  • 5+ years of experience communicating across teams, building consensus, facilitating working sessions, and negotiating outcomes.
  • 5+ years of experience managing stakeholder relationships, maintaining positive interactions, and resolving project-related issues.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous experience working in a government, public-sector, or regulated environment.
  • Experience working in multiple relevant roles, such as:
    • Project Manager
    • Program Manager
    • Project Coordinator
    • Project Lead
    • Project Management Lead
    • Other project management leadership or support roles

Key Skills
  • Project & Program Management
  • Strategic Project Management
  • Executive Communication
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Vendor Management
  • Project Planning & Scheduling
  • Risk & Issue Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Scope & Requirements Management
  • Budget & Cost Management
  • Quality Management
  • Systems Development Methodologies
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Consensus Building
  • Data Analysis & Problem Solving
  • Facilitation & Negotiation
  • Project Governance
  • Executive Stakeholder Engagement

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