Construction Project Lead Jobs in Michigan
Construction Project Lead jobs in Michigan are concentrated in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, where commercial, infrastructure, and industrial construction remain active across the state's manufacturing-heavy economy. Large employers with a lasting presence in Michigan such as Barton Malow, Walbridge, and the Christman Company regularly hire construction project leads for commercial build-outs, industrial facility upgrades, and public infrastructure projects. The most in-demand specialties are commercial construction, heavy civil, and industrial plant work. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Ready to own your projects from budget to closeout? A well-established, self-performing commercial electrical contractor in the greater Detroit metro area is adding an experienced Electrical Project Manager to its team. With dedicated in-house estimating and BIM/VDC support and a consistent backlog of large-scale commercial work, you will have the resources to lead projects from initial budgeting through commissioning and final closeout.
The ideal candidate has built a career on the self-perform side of the electrical trade and is confident independently managing budgets, schedules, field operations, and client relationships while safeguarding quality, safety, and profitability on every project. This is a full-time, on-site position.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct commercial electrical projects through every phase, from budgeting and preconstruction planning to installation, commissioning, and turnover.
- Develop and manage project schedules, procurement plans, manpower requirements, and cost forecasts to deliver work on time and on budget.
- Lead and coordinate superintendents, foremen, electricians, vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors throughout construction.
- Evaluate contracts, electrical drawings, and specifications to confirm scope and identify design conflicts before they reach the field.
- Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material procurement, progress billing, and project documentation.
- Monitor job costs, labor productivity, cash flow, and budget variances, implementing corrective action as needed.
- Collaborate with estimating, preconstruction, BIM/VDC, and field operations to keep design, pricing, and installation aligned.
- Proactively resolve design conflicts, installation challenges, material delays, and scheduling issues.
- Lead project meetings and maintain clear, consistent communication with clients, architects, engineers, and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, workmanship standards, and jobsite safety requirements.
Requirements
- 5+ years of project management experience with a commercial electrical contractor.
- Required: direct experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor.
- Proven history of managing commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion.
- Strong working knowledge of electrical installations, construction sequencing, field supervision, and commercial building systems.
- Hands-on experience managing project budgets, schedules, procurement, workforce allocation, cost forecasting, billing, and change orders.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, technical specifications, contracts, and construction schedules.
- Experience coordinating across preconstruction, estimating, BIM/VDC, and field operations.
- Sound understanding of electrical labor productivity, material costs, and project financial controls.
- Proficiency with construction project management software and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
- Preferred: experience on healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, industrial, or other complex commercial projects.
Please Note: This role requires direct project management experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor. Backgrounds limited to electrical design, consulting, coordination, or subcontractor administration will not meet the core requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company contribution.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- A strong, steady pipeline of large-scale commercial electrical projects.
- Dedicated in-house estimating and BIM/VDC support.
- Clear opportunities for project ownership, leadership, and career advancement.
- A collaborative, team-oriented culture.
Ready to own your projects from budget to closeout? A well-established, self-performing commercial electrical contractor in the greater Detroit metro area is adding an experienced Electrical Project Manager to its team. With dedicated in-house estimating and BIM/VDC support and a consistent backlog of large-scale commercial work, you will have the resources to lead projects from initial budgeting through commissioning and final closeout.
The ideal candidate has built a career on the self-perform side of the electrical trade and is confident independently managing budgets, schedules, field operations, and client relationships while safeguarding quality, safety, and profitability on every project. This is a full-time, on-site position.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct commercial electrical projects through every phase, from budgeting and preconstruction planning to installation, commissioning, and turnover.
- Develop and manage project schedules, procurement plans, manpower requirements, and cost forecasts to deliver work on time and on budget.
- Lead and coordinate superintendents, foremen, electricians, vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors throughout construction.
- Evaluate contracts, electrical drawings, and specifications to confirm scope and identify design conflicts before they reach the field.
- Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material procurement, progress billing, and project documentation.
- Monitor job costs, labor productivity, cash flow, and budget variances, implementing corrective action as needed.
- Collaborate with estimating, preconstruction, BIM/VDC, and field operations to keep design, pricing, and installation aligned.
- Proactively resolve design conflicts, installation challenges, material delays, and scheduling issues.
- Lead project meetings and maintain clear, consistent communication with clients, architects, engineers, and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, workmanship standards, and jobsite safety requirements.
Requirements
- 5+ years of project management experience with a commercial electrical contractor.
- Required: direct experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor.
- Proven history of managing commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion.
- Strong working knowledge of electrical installations, construction sequencing, field supervision, and commercial building systems.
- Hands-on experience managing project budgets, schedules, procurement, workforce allocation, cost forecasting, billing, and change orders.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, technical specifications, contracts, and construction schedules.
- Experience coordinating across preconstruction, estimating, BIM/VDC, and field operations.
- Sound understanding of electrical labor productivity, material costs, and project financial controls.
- Proficiency with construction project management software and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
- Preferred: experience on healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, industrial, or other complex commercial projects.
Please Note: This role requires direct project management experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor. Backgrounds limited to electrical design, consulting, coordination, or subcontractor administration will not meet the core requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company contribution.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- A strong, steady pipeline of large-scale commercial electrical projects.
- Dedicated in-house estimating and BIM/VDC support.
- Clear opportunities for project ownership, leadership, and career advancement.
- A collaborative, team-oriented culture.
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- Construction & Real Estate
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction project lead jobs across Michigan.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of five years of field experience in commercial or industrial construction
- Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, schedules, and project budgets
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore or Microsoft Project
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of Michigan building codes and local permitting processes
Construction Project Lead Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction project lead in Michigan?
Most construction project leads in Michigan start with a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, then build field experience as a superintendent or project engineer before stepping into a lead role. Michigan does not require a state-issued contractor license for project leads employed by a licensed firm, but employers consistently favor candidates who hold an OSHA 30 certification and familiarity with Michigan building codes. Advancing through a large Michigan general contractor is the most common path.
Which companies hire construction project leads in Michigan?
Employers hiring construction project leads in Michigan right now include Rockford, AlphaX, and Harris, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's strong base of regional general contractors and industrial facility owners, particularly in the Detroit metro and West Michigan, generates consistent demand for experienced leads year-round.
Which Michigan cities have the most construction project lead jobs?
Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing have the most construction project lead openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of ongoing commercial redevelopment, automotive facility investment, and major infrastructure projects, while Grand Rapids benefits from sustained commercial and healthcare construction, and Lansing sees steady public sector and state government-driven building activity.
Are there remote construction project lead jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction project leads are fundamentally on-site roles, and most Michigan employers expect daily presence at the jobsite. About 17% of construction project lead openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to cover pre-construction planning, estimating coordination, or program management functions that don't require a physical site presence every day.
How can I get hired as a construction project lead in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a project engineer or assistant superintendent role at a Michigan general contractor, where you gain hands-on site exposure while supporting an experienced lead. Firms like Barton Malow and Walbridge run structured development programs for early-career candidates from Michigan universities with construction management programs. Earning an OSHA 30 certification before applying gives a candidate a concrete edge, and lateral moves from estimating or field engineering are common stepping stones into a lead position.
Where can I find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience level and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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