Project Manager

2026 Opportunities Kalamazoo, Michigan


Description

Position at CSM Group

ABOUT US:  
We are a nationally ranked, safety-focused, and talent-driven organization focused on delivering project management services through tailored delivery models. Our strength is our ability to match a delivery model to specific project needs, making the construction process feel easy.
Our foundation is built on our people, culture, and values. Our teammates come first. We support each other through successes and failures and respect each other's ideas and opinions. We are a people-first company. We know there is always a way to do it better, so we seek and nurture curious minds with a desire to solve problems and move forward by being creative and curious together. We celebrate each other's successes and acknowledge hard work because we know our people are the backbone of our success. #StrongerTogether!
Leading with safety is our No. 1 priority. We believe it is a fundamental human right to have a safe workplace, so we dedicate ourselves to creating safe environments for our people and everyone we do business with.
In addition to a positive atmosphere, a happy, healthy, and supportive work environment is especially important. Upon joining CSM Group, we will provide you with a robust onboarding program to expose you to broad aspects of the organization by meeting with operations, business leaders, and peers to better understand how we operate.
SUMMARY: 
This is an opportunity for an experienced, dynamic Project Manager (PM) to provide leadership, direction, and oversight during all phases of construction within a large arena jobsite. You will assist with organizing and overseeing the construction process and ensuring projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner. You will oversee all phases of the construction process: construction and post-construction, with an emphasis on envelope build. You coordinate construction efforts, predict and resolve conflicts before they impact the project, and deliver timely and cost-effective solutions for our clients. This position leads and manages projects from a financial and constructability perspective. You ensure that the Owner’s highest expectations are met by delivering all projects on time, within budget, and in a safe manner. 
 
This is a full-time FLSA-exempt position. It requires at least 40 hours per week, with the ability to work more if necessary.   
 
Industry: Commercial Construction
 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Preconstruction (10%)
    • Develops scopes of Work for trade packages, with an emphasis on complex arena systems (structural, envelope, AV/broadcast, specialty equipment)
    • Identifies Phasing Plan/Schedule, construction sequencing, and milestones
    • Acts as the Gatekeeper of Bidders Request for Information (BRFI’s)
    • Prepares & monitors Submittal Log
  • Construction (85%)
    • Takes an active role in the day-to-day management of the entire project. 
    • Coordinates construction activities, including workers, materials, and equipment.  
    • Focus on envelope construction activities.
    • Ensures that all construction specifications, standards, and quality expectations are met or exceeded. 
    • Leads Owner-Architect-CM (O/A/C) progress meetings
    • Monitors Budget and Schedule and provides updates throughout the project.
    • Provides Quality Assurance for construction means and methods and project safety.
    • Manages and executes the Change Order process
    • Utilizes OSHA construction and general industry regulations, ensuring that projects are installed in a safe manner
    • Assists in processing cost issues
    • Manages the delivery of a quality product
    • Promotes a disciplined approach to both project and internal process, to ensure efficient and cost-conscious behavior is exhibited by the overall team.
    • Attends owner and design meetings to assist in the pre-planning of conceptual projects
    • Oversees the development of:
    • Construction schedules
    • Work scopes
    • General Conditions budgets
    • Bid Strategies
    • Bidders' lists, project manuals and other project documentation
    • Reviews and approves construction budgets
    • Conducts Pre-bid meetings and post-bid interviews
    • Provides value engineering analysis
  • Post Construction (5%)
    • Assists in Closeout Documentation- As-built Drawings
    • Follows Up on Warranty Items
    • Meets established deadlines and/or goals
    • Advises key stakeholders of unavoidable delays
    • Takes initiative and does whatever it takes to achieve goals
 
Performs other related duties as assigned. 
 
 
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:
  • Directs Work 
    • You provide clear direction and accountabilities.
    • You delegate and distribute assignments and decisions appropriately.
    • You monitor progress by maintaining dialogue on work and results.
    • You provide appropriate guidance and direction based on people's capabilities.
    • You intervene as needed to remove obstacles.
  • Manages Conflict 
    • You step up to conflict and see it as an opportunity.
    • You work out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably.
    • You facilitate breakthroughs by integrating diverse views and finding common ground or acceptable alternatives.
    • You settle differences productively with minimum noise.
  • Resourcefulness 
    • You effectively organize resources (people, material, etc.) to get things done.
    • You effectively orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish your project.
    • You get the most out of limited resources.
    • You apply knowledge of internal structures, processes, and culture to resourcing efforts. 
  • Drives Results 
    • You have a strong bottom-line orientation.
    • You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks.
    • You have a track record of exceeding goals successfully.
    • You push yourself and help others achieve results.
  • Manages Complexity 
    • You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations.
    • You acquire data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems.
    • You uncover root causes of difficult problems
    • You evaluate pros and cons, risks, and benefits of different solution options.          
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 
  • Minimum bachelor's degree in construction management, Construction Engineering, Architectural, Civil Engineering, or a related construction degree, or related experience
  • 15 years’ Experience in Construction Management
  • Large-scale project experience;  arena experience highly desired
  • MIOSHA 30 HR Training
  • Minimum Training on utilizing Equipment (i.e., man lifts for example)
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, and Microsoft Projects
 
BENEFITS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:  
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Package
    • Eligibility begins date of hire
    • Telemedicine included in benefit package at no additional charge to employee
    • Company provided annual HSA contributions
    • Dependent care FSA, Medical FSA, Limited care FSA 
    • Paid Time Off
      • 15 days' pay year
      • Regularly scheduled, full-time employees begin accruing PTO from their start date of hire, with increases occurring after designated years of service. Employees can accrue a maximum of 1.5 times the annual accrual amount.
    • Holiday Pay
      • 6 Paid U.S. Holidays
      • 2 Paid Floating Holidays
        • Employees hired on or after July 1 will receive 1 Floating holiday that year.
    • Retirement Savings Plan 401(k)
  • Employees have the option to contribute to Traditional and/or Roth 401(k) plans.
  • Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
  • Individual & group learning sessions on portfolio planning
  • 100% vesting after 3 years of service
  • Bi-weekly cell phone stipend
  • Employer Paid Enhanced Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  •  Including but not limited to: Emotional well-being, family and relationships, legal and financial matters, healthy lifestyles, work and life transitions
  • Access to EAP professionals 24 hours a day, seven days a week
  • 3 face-to-face sessions with a counselor (per area of support per household per calendar year)
  • Service includes eligible dependents
  • Personal, competency-based development program to assist in future career growth
  • Wellness Program
  • Paid Parental Leave Policy: Maternal, Paternal & Adoption
  • Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Optional Term Life and AD&D Insurance 
  • Annual apparel allotment
  • Corporate and Community Events
 
Physical Demands & Work Environment – Jobsite 
 
The physical demands & work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please reach out to People Operations should you require such accommodation(s). 
 
While performing this job, the employee may be regularly required to drive to and from the jobsites/assigned locations, sit, walk, stand, talk, hear, and smell. A major portion of the employees’ tasks require extensive walking around the jobsite, including active construction areas. The employee is required to traverse uneven terrain and work from ladders, scaffolds, and other structures, as well as work at variable heights. The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle tools, controls, and for fine motor coordination like computer work. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 
 
For Field positions, while performing this job, the employee must frequently inspect the project site and may be exposed to ongoing construction activities, vibrations, noise, and various outside weather conditions (in all seasons). Work environment involves moderate risks which may require safety precautions. The noise level in the work environment may range from quiet to loud.  The proper use of Personnel Protective Equipment (including but not limited to safety boots, hardhat, and protective eyewear) is required on the jobsite. This Position Description reflects the position’s essential functions and does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. 
CSM Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and invite all qualified applicants to apply without fear of judgement and pledge to not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, veteran status, age, or any other status protected under applicable laws.