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Senior Project Manager Commercial Construction in Detroit

Date Posted: Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Senior Project Manager – Commercial Construction

A well-established and highly respected Michigan general contractor is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex commercial projects and serve as a key client-facing leader within the organization. 

The firm delivers high-quality diverse commercial construction projects and is looking for a PROJECT MANAGER who can both manage current work and help grow market presence through professionalism, performance, and strong relationships.

What You Will Do

  • Lead Diverse Commercial Construction projects 

  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously 

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients

  • Provide strong site-based leadership 

  • Ensure excellence in schedule, budgeting, quality, and safety

  • Use Procore and Excel for project management, cost tracking, documentation

What They’re Looking For

  • 10–15+ years of experience as a Project Manager in commercial construction (preference toward 15 years and demonstrated leadership maturity)

  • Strong background in education projects (K-12 and/or higher ed strongly preferred)

  • Proven ability to earn respect from the team and subcontractors

  • Client-facing, polished, professional demeanor

  • Collaborative leadership style 

  • Someone who wants to make a difference

Why This Role Is Attractive

  • High-profile projects

  • Strong internal culture and reputation

  • Immediate impact role — your work will be visible

  • Opportunity to grow client relationships and future work

Apply now and send your resume to melissa.strater@gogpac.com

Melissa Strater will reach out directly to all qualified individuals for a fully confidential conversation: 803.335.1548

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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