Assistant Construction Manager Jobs in Michigan

Assistant Construction Manager jobs in Michigan are in steady demand, with active hiring concentrated in commercial construction, infrastructure, and industrial development at levels from entry-level field coordinator through senior assistant project manager. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor the bulk of openings, with major contractors like Barton Malow, Walbridge, and Turner Construction maintaining consistent Michigan operations. Residential and mixed-use development in the Metro Detroit corridor and healthcare facility construction statewide are among the most sought-after specialties right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles24
Top employerGreen Shield Deck Builders
Top cityDetroit, MI
Cities hiring15
Work type50% On-site
Top industryStaffing

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Accounting & Construction Administrative Assistant
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Accounting & Construction Administrative Assistant
SERVPRO of Brighton/Howell
Brighton, Michigan
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
$21 - $25/hr
On-Site

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Instructional Assistant - Construction Trades
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Instructional Assistant - Construction Trades
Jackson County ISD
Jackson, Michigan
Compliance & Risk
Construction Labor
Construction Management
Quality Control
$23.05 - $31.46/hr
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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FT Assistant Professor - Building Construction & Construction Management (52 Week)
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FT Assistant Professor - Building Construction & Construction Management (52 Week)
Lansing Community College
Lansing, Michigan
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Assistant Commercial Construction Estimator
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Assistant Commercial Construction Estimator
Benchmark Building Solutions Inc
Frankenmuth, Michigan
Business Development
Procurement & Purchasing
Supply Chain
$40k - $50k/yr
Hybrid

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Assistant Construction Manager Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Detroit
3 jobs
Lansing
3 jobs
Flint
2 jobs
Jackson
2 jobs
Kalamazoo
2 jobs
Grand Rapids
2 jobs
Okemos
1 job
Saginaw
1 job
Brighton
1 job

Assistant Construction Manager Job Market in Michigan

A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Green Shield Deck Builders6 open roles
Lansing Community College2 open roles
SME1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in assistant construction manager jobs across Michigan.

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field preferred
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or expected within first year
  • One to four years of field or project coordination experience in commercial or industrial construction
  • Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Microsoft Project
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating subcontractors and project stakeholders

Assistant Construction Manager Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an assistant construction manager in Michigan?

Most assistant construction manager roles in Michigan require a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, though candidates with an associate degree plus hands-on field experience are competitive at smaller firms. Michigan does not issue a state construction manager license for this role, but employers consistently expect OSHA 30-Hour certification and, for public projects, familiarity with Michigan Department of Transportation contract requirements. Earning the Associate Constructor credential through the American Institute of Constructors strengthens candidacy significantly.

Which companies hire assistant construction managers in Michigan?

Employers hiring assistant construction managers in Michigan right now include Green Shield Deck Builders, Lansing Community College, and SME, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's strong healthcare construction and automotive facility retrofit markets mean firms specializing in those sectors post openings with particular frequency throughout the year.

Which Michigan cities have the most assistant construction manager jobs?

Detroit, Lansing, and Flint account for the most assistant construction manager openings in Michigan. Detroit's large-scale commercial and infrastructure redevelopment drives the highest volume, while Grand Rapids sustains consistent demand through its growing healthcare and light industrial construction activity, and Lansing draws openings from state government facility projects and university campus development.

Are there remote assistant construction manager jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of assistant construction manager openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the fundamentally on-site nature of construction coordination work. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely include submittal review, RFI processing, scheduling updates, and preconstruction documentation tasks.

How can I get hired as an assistant construction manager in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to internship and co-op programs run by Michigan-based general contractors while completing a construction management degree at institutions like Michigan State University or Ferris State University, which have strong industry placement pipelines. Firms like Barton Malow and Walbridge regularly hire field engineers and project engineer associates as feeder roles into assistant construction manager positions. Obtaining OSHA 30-Hour certification before applying and building a portfolio of any estimating, scheduling, or field observation work, even from coursework, gives candidates a concrete edge over applicants without it.

Where can I find and apply to assistant construction manager jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to assistant construction manager jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across commercial, infrastructure, industrial, and specialty construction. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to each one.

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