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Construction Senior Project Manager Office Location: 601 First Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Position Classification: Full-Time Regular Rockford is hiring a Construction Senior Project Manager to plan and supervise a wide range of construction projects from start to finish. In this role you will organize and oversee the construction process and ensure projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results. Additionally, we are seeking an individual with an analytical mind, some construction estimating experience, and strong organizational skills. The goal will be to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding budget. This position reports directly to the Project Executive. If you have phenomenal communication and project management skills, apply today and become a part of our dynamic team! Key Responsibilities: Foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Work with firms to establish plans and specifications. Assist project team to establish project budget. Establish approved list of qualified bidders. Establish project contract with Owner. Create Project Manual and scopes of work. Approve distribution of plans to all trade contractors. Verify updated plans and specifications are issued to appropriate team members. Accumulate bids and establish bid tabulation for presentation. Perform post-bid interviews and work with trade contractors to meet project scope and budget. Value Engineer project, as required. Establish preliminary Project Schedule. Evaluate Project Superintendent to meet daily project needs for quality control, safety and schedule. Verify weekly that all required reports and uploads are on-time, accurate, complete, and up-to-date in project management software. Manage/Upload all preconstruction documentation. Ensure Hand-off Meeting is scheduled prior to project start and complete provided agenda prior to meeting. Review project buyout, scopes of work, and trade contractor list with Superintendent prior to start of project. Host pre-construction meeting. Create agenda and host on-site Owner meetings.  Review all project invoices with Superintendent, prior to approval. Communicate financial information with Owner, as required. Acquire all necessary trade contractor pricing and back-up for any additional project costs. Maintain Cost Control Log with accurate and up-to-date information.  Present to Owner for approval. Create project change orders (Owner and trade contractor), as required. Oversee and execute project close-out process. Authenticate complete and signed-off punch list. Process final invoicing requirements. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements A Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field 10 years or more commercial construction experience preferred Knowledge of the operating practices of construction, architectural, and building firms Ability to read blueprints Ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements Must possess skills in workflow analysis and management Ability to handle multiple demands while keeping a positive, results-focused attitude toward clients, subcontractors, and co-workers. Must possess the ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks Must possess superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Must have a working knowledge of MS Office, including strong skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook Benefits At Rockford, we believe that investing in our people is essential to our success. We offer a competitive compensation package along with a 401(k) plan featuring a company match to help you plan for the future. Our team members have access to comprehensive healthcare coverage, generous paid time off, and flexible work schedules that support work-life balance. We encourage continued growth through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities, and we promote well-being through on-site health and wellness programs. Rockford also provides industry-leading technology to empower our teams and offers meaningful ways to give back through volunteer time off and partnerships with local organizations. Joining Rockford means more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to shape your career while helping to build stronger communities. Who We Are For nearly 40 years, Rockford has been a trusted partner to thousands of clients across the U.S. With construction management, real estate development and property management services all under one roof, we view space from every angle. We think like owners, build with precision and operate to achieve long-term value—always committed to craftsmanship, quality and service.  Our talented team brings expertise and innovation to commercial, educational, industrial, health + well-being, hospitality, multi-unit and retail markets. From complex, large-scale construction, to smaller renovations, we tailor our services and approach to meet the unique needs of our clients and the communities they serve.  Recognized by Engineering News-Record as one of the Top 200 Contractors in the nation and consistently honored as one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, Rockford delivers more than buildings. We deliver results that last. We’re deeply invested in our people, our communities and the continued success of every project we touch—driven by a clear purpose: to Build a Better World. Environmental Factors and Working Conditions The work environment for this position is a typical office environment with occasional construction site visits. When in the office, the physical demands require the ability to sit for long periods of time. Intermittent movement, such as accessing centrally located office equipment, lifting of 35 lbs, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing, may be necessary to perform the requirements of this position. Site visits may subject the individual to hazards commonly associated with construction. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be worn as required on project sites and in the warehouse. Rockford is an equal opportunity employer that supports and subscribes to a policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment. Rockford will not discriminate based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), height, weight, marital status, military service, partisan consideration, disability, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal and state laws.

Construction Project Manager Office Location: 601 First Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Position Classification: Full-Time Regular Rockford is hiring a Construction Project Manager to plan and supervise a wide range of construction projects from start to finish. In this role you will organize and oversee the construction process and ensure projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results. Additionally, we are seeking an individual with an analytical mind, some construction estimating experience, and strong organizational skills. The goal will be to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding budget. This position reports directly to the Project Executive. If you have phenomenal communication and project management skills, apply today and become a part of our dynamic team! Key Responsibilities: Foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Work with Architect and Engineer firms to establish plans and specifications. Lead all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery from contract award to final handoff. Develop and manage project budgets, cost controls, and forecasting in coordination with company finance teams. Establish and manage project schedules using tools such as MS Project, Outbuild or Primavera P6. Collaborate with Preconstruction, Estimating, and Procurement teams during the pre-award and buyout phases. Manage all aspects of the bid and award process including bid solicitation, Pre-Bid Meetings, Trade Contractor outreach, bid opening, post bid conferences, Value Engineering, award recommendations and contract award. Prepare, present and administer Prime Contracts and GMP. Negotiate and administer subcontracts and vendor agreements. Lead regular owner, architect, and subcontractor meetings; document progress, decisions, and changes. Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with design, schedule, quality, and safety standards. Identify and proactively manage project risks, including delays, cost overruns, and scope changes. Manage overall project budget including labor, general condition creation and projection, overall budget, Trade Contractor contracts and project allowances. Review and approve monthly owner and Trade Contractor Invoices. Project Cost projections to clients for project planning.  Ensure timely processing of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and payment applications. Collaborate on a daily basis with the Project Field team to ensure roadblocks are being addressed to keep the project moving forward. Mentor Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers. Manage warranty calls to meet company requirements. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field preferred Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills A minimum of three years commercial construction experience Ability to read blueprints Ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements Knowledge of the operating practices of construction, architectural, and building firms Proficient in researching information, as well as MS Outlook, Project, Excel, and Word Experience with Procore Must possess skills in workflow analysis and management Must be willing to travel Benefits At Rockford, we believe that investing in our people is essential to our success. We offer a competitive compensation package along with a 401(k) plan featuring a company match to help you plan for the future. Our team members have access to comprehensive healthcare coverage, generous paid time off, and flexible work schedules that support work-life balance. We encourage continued growth through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities, and we promote well-being through on-site health and wellness programs. Rockford also provides industry-leading technology to empower our teams and offers meaningful ways to give back through volunteer time off and partnerships with local organizations. Joining Rockford means more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to shape your career while helping to build stronger communities. Who We Are For nearly 40 years, Rockford has been a trusted partner to thousands of clients across the U.S. With construction management, real estate development and property management services all under one roof, we view space from every angle. We think like owners, build with precision and operate to achieve long-term value—always committed to craftsmanship, quality and service.  Our talented team brings expertise and innovation to commercial, educational, industrial, health + well-being, hospitality, multi-unit and retail markets. From complex, large-scale construction, to smaller renovations, we tailor our services and approach to meet the unique needs of our clients and the communities they serve.  Recognized by Engineering News-Record as one of the Top 200 Contractors in the nation and consistently honored as one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, Rockford delivers more than buildings. We deliver results that last. We’re deeply invested in our people, our communities and the continued success of every project we touch—driven by a clear purpose: to Build a Better World. Environmental Factors and Working Conditions The work environment for this position is a typical office environment with occasional construction site visits. When in the office, the physical demands require the ability to sit for long periods of time. Intermittent movement, such as accessing centrally located office equipment, lifting of 35 lbs, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing, may be necessary to perform the requirements of this position. Site visits may subject the individual to hazards commonly associated with construction. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be worn as required on project sites and in the warehouse. Rockford is an equal opportunity employer that supports and subscribes to a policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment. Rockford will not discriminate based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), height, weight, marital status, military service, partisan consideration, disability, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal and state laws.

Construction Assistant Project Manager Office Location: 601 First Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Position Classification: Full-Time Regular Rockford is hiring a Construction Assistant Project Manager to plan and supervise a wide range of construction projects from start to finish. In this role you will organize and oversee the construction process and ensure projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results. Additionally, we are seeking an individual with an analytical mind, some construction estimating experience, and strong organizational skills. The goal will be to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding budget. This position reports directly to the Market Leader If you have phenomenal communication and project management skills, apply today and become a part of our dynamic team! Key Responsibilities: Foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Procure municipal requirements and approvals. Coordinate utility engineering and permit applications. Assist in developing and managing project schedules, budgets, submittals, RFIs, and change orders. Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery. Participate in owner, architect, and subcontractor meetings, recording meeting minutes and tracking action items. Manage and maintain document control systems (plans, specifications, submittals, and RFIs) using project management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam or similar). Support procurement efforts, including soliciting bids, evaluating proposals, documenting post bid meeting minutes and issuing Trade Contracts and purchase orders. Support in soliciting and evaluating proposals for extra work, managing the Cost Control Log, generating Owner Change Orders and Trade Contractor Chage orders. Conduct site visits and field coordination as needed to support project progress and quality control. Manage project closeout, including punch list coordination, warranty documentation, and final turnover packages. Create and maintain drawing log during preconstruction phase. Perform quantity takeoffs, as necessary. Provide updated unit prices for estimating department. Assist in LEED administration and assembly of documentation. Assist in assembly and verification of Prevailing Wage and Certified Payroll documentation. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field Construction management background preferred Must possess the ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks Must possess superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Must have a working knowledge of MS Office, including strong skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook Ability to read blueprints Ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements Knowledge of the operating practices of construction, architectural, and building firms Basic understanding of project management principles. Must possess skills in workflow analysis and management. Must possess excellent communication skills. Must be highly detail-oriented and organized. Must have excellent time management skills Benefits At Rockford, we believe that investing in our people is essential to our success. We offer a competitive compensation package along with a 401(k) plan featuring a company match to help you plan for the future. Our team members have access to comprehensive healthcare coverage, generous paid time off, and flexible work schedules that support work-life balance. We encourage continued growth through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities, and we promote well-being through on-site health and wellness programs. Rockford also provides industry-leading technology to empower our teams and offers meaningful ways to give back through volunteer time off and partnerships with local organizations. Joining Rockford means more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to shape your career while helping to build stronger communities. Who We Are For nearly 40 years, Rockford has been a trusted partner to thousands of clients across the U.S. With construction management, real estate development and property management services all under one roof, we view space from every angle. We think like owners, build with precision and operate to achieve long-term value—always committed to craftsmanship, quality and service.  Our talented team brings expertise and innovation to commercial, educational, industrial, health + well-being, hospitality, multi-unit and retail markets. From complex, large-scale construction, to smaller renovations, we tailor our services and approach to meet the unique needs of our clients and the communities they serve.  Recognized by Engineering News-Record as one of the Top 200 Contractors in the nation and consistently honored as one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, Rockford delivers more than buildings. We deliver results that last. We’re deeply invested in our people, our communities and the continued success of every project we touch—driven by a clear purpose: to Build a Better World. Environmental Factors and Working Conditions The work environment for this position is a typical office environment with occasional construction site visits. When in the office, the physical demands require the ability to sit for long periods of time. Intermittent movement, such as accessing centrally located office equipment, lifting of 35 lbs, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing, may be necessary to perform the requirements of this position. Site visits may subject the individual to hazards commonly associated with construction. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be worn as required on project sites and in the warehouse. Rockford is an equal opportunity employer that supports and subscribes to a policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment. Rockford will not discriminate based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), height, weight, marital status, military service, partisan consideration, disability, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal and state laws.

The driving force behind our business growth is a skilled and dedicated project management team. We’re searching for a highly qualified project manager to help us maintain our position as an innovative authority. The ideal candidate will have previous experience and strong skills in developing and overseeing work plans. The project manager will also prepare and present updates regularly to relevant management channels, ensuring that our goal of innovation is being achieved. The MSPs Technical Project Manager is responsible for ensuring all the information needed to deliver a project On-Time and On-Budget is available and gathered. We should be clear that this is NOT a hands-on IT Engineering role. This is a challenging role that requires support from stakeholders at many levels across the business. You will need to demonstrate leadership and team building skills and be able to balance these with the structure and discipline needed to manage and control project risks. Some really exciting initiatives are in place and that will allow you to make your mark in this organization and stand-out from the typical project manager. These include but are not limited to the following: Billable Hours Focus: Engage team members and Engineers on processes for properly documenting and increasing billable hours through automation PluralSight Implementation: Encourage professional development among Engineers to leverage recent PluralSight implementation company wide Microsoft Copilot: Encourage and mentor the use of Microsoft Copilot and other tooling among Engineers to improve efficiency REWST Low Code Implementation: Encourage and collaborate with Engineers on potential automation projects for routine and manual tasks Documentation/Process Improvement: Establish clear documentation standards for teams to follow and seek opportunities to implement process improvements to reduce inefficiencies. Automation Incentive Program: Assist with implementing a program where a 50/50 billable split happens between the Engineer developing the automation and the Engineer who executes the automation DevOps Implementation: Encourage and facilitate conversations with the team to adopt Agile and DevOps methodologies and practices as it relates to IT projects/infrastructure. Objectives of this role Build and develop the project team to ensure maximum performance, by providing purpose, direction, and motivation Lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and implementation plans, including risk mitigation Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure that projects adhere to scope, schedule, and budget Analyze project status and, when necessary, revise the scope, schedule, or budget to ensure that project requirements can be met Establish and maintain relationships with relevant client stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on project status and changes Establish and maintain processes for managing scope during the project lifecycle, setting quality and performance standards and assessing risks Structure and manage integrated, multitrack performance databases for digital, print, social, broadcast, and experiential projects Develop and maintain partnerships with third-party resources, including vendors and researchers Assign and monitor resources to ensure project efficiency and maximize deliverables Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and escalate issues, as necessary, according to project work plan Requirements Prior experience in a Managed Services environment 5 or more years of project management experience Industry Project Management certification (i.e. - PMP, Project+, etc) Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines