Construction Project Manager II - Industrial

About the role

Wolverine Construction, formerly Wolverine Building Group, is recognized nationally as a leader in the construction industry. We specialize in industrial, multi-unit residential, healthcare, office, retail, and restaurant construction. We provide quality building solutions through integrity, value, and craftsmanship and are a growth company of nearly 200 employees headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan with locations in Brighton and Lansing, Michigan. As an organization, we exist to positively impact people and communities. We're proud to be consistently recognized as one of the "Best and Brightest Companies to Work For," a testament to our commitment not only to excellence in construction, but to fostering a workplace where our people can succeed and grow.

Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle leadership of commercial construction projects—from early design through closeout
• Direct influence on design decisions, constructability, and value engineering
• Project financials: budgets, forecasting, change orders, and overall profitability
• Client relationships—becoming a trusted advisor, not just a project contact
• Cordination across internal teams (architecture, field, safety) and external partners
• Running project meetings and driving accountability across all stakeholders
• Identifying and solving problems early—before they impact schedule or cost

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects
• Experience in design-build environments and working across design + construction teams
• Background in industrial/manufacturing projects; metal building experience is a strong plus
• Ability to adjust designs and plans to meet real-world conditions
• Strong financial ownership—comfortable managing budgets, forecasts, and project performance
• A client-first mindset with the ability to build trust and long-term relationships
• Clear, confident communication with clients, subs, and internal teams
• Proficiency with tools like Procore and Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license

Qualifications

• Non-Negotiable: You must live in or be within a reasonable commuting distance to the Kalamazoo area

Skills

• Design-Build Integration
• Client Exposure
• Real Autonomy
• Business Impact
• Project Mix: Strong focus on industrial work, including metal buildings and complex operational environments

Benefits

• Low-cost medical insurance options, including a HDHP with HSA match
• Dental, vision, basic life, voluntary life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer match
• Company holidays, parental leave, and paid time off
• Profit-sharing / performance-based bonus
• Personal growth opportunities through training and education; tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities to engage in community involvement and paid volunteer time

Pay

Competitive wages

Schedule

Not specified