Powerwell is a leading recruitment firm helping our clients discover top talent. We are recruiting for a Traveling Project Manager. Candidates must be located in Michigan or the surrounding states. Candidates can expect to travel between 12 and 18 months. Candidates will receive a monthly travel allowance and will be permitted to return home as the work schedule permits. This position is eligible for a $5K sign-on bonus!

Job Description:

Looking for an exciting opportunity to lead and manage complex projects? Our client, a leader in the manufacturing, industrial, and power & energy sectors, is currently seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to join their team. As a Project Manager, you will oversee construction projects ranging from $500K to $50M, ensuring timely delivery and budget compliance. Partnering with superintendents, you will manage all aspects of the project to ensure seamless operations and successful outcomes. If you are passionate about project management and want to join a team that gets it done when others can't, apply now to become a Project Manager!

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead all projects and be professional, courteous, respectful and helpful to everyone at all times.
• Set direction, align resources and execute at a high standard.
• Provide initial client contact to assess scope of work and resources required to successfully complete project.
• Supervise the total construction effort to ensure each project is constructed in accordance with safety, quality, design, budget, and schedule.
• Interface directly with client representatives, A-E representatives, and other contractors.
• Create and manage the project schedule.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, and income/expenses, etc).
• Initiate and maintain extra work estimating and issuance of change orders.
• Assume responsibility for productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
• Represent our client in project meetings and assist in labor negotiations/strategy meetings.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
• Manage job cost.
• Coordinate subcontractors and lead contractor meetings.
• Write and manage subcontracts and change orders.
• Coach, mentor, and develop Project Engineers.
• Problem solve and handle all issues appropriately.
• Responsible for efficient and complete closeout of the project, including financial.

Required Skills:

• Candidates must be self-motivated, have strong leadership skills, and be interested in developing new accounts.
• Candidates must have the ability to manage all aspects of a project, including technical, safety, schedule, cost, and financial responsibility.
• Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Primavera, AutoCAD and Viewpoint software.
• Experience in the automotive sector is preferred.
• Excellent with problem solving and planning.

Required Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering related field or Construction Management required.
• 7+ years of experience in heavy Industrial project management.

Our client also takes care of its team with the best benefits and compensation packages, including:

• Free Medical Insurance
• Free Dental Insurance
• Free Life Insurance
• HSA with 50% of Deductible Funded by our client Annually
• 401K with One of the Highest Employer Matches in the Industry
• Cash-in-Lieu of Benefits Available
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off

Other Requirements:

• This position will require short and long-term travel. Candidates must be willing to travel or relocate for extended periods of time on a project specific basis.
• Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the U.S. without further visa sponsorship.
• Candidates applying for positions where driving is a necessary component of the job must have a valid driver’s license.