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The Construction Manager serves as the owner’s representative, overseeing all aspects of multifamily renovation and construction projects—from scope development and budgeting to project close‑out. Working closely with the Director of Construction, they lead collaborations among architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
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Construction Manager
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Location 8425 E 12 Mile Rd, #100, Warren, MI, 48093, United States
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Base Pay $108,000.00 - $130,000.00 / Year
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Job Category Housing-Development, Construction
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Industry Construction
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Employee Type Full Time Exempt
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Required Degree 4 Year Degree
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Travel 25%
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Manage Others Yes
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Minimum Experience 10 Years
Description
The Construction Manager serves as the owner’s representative, overseeing all aspects of multifamily renovation and construction projects—from scope development and budgeting to project close-out. Working closely with the Director of Construction, you will lead collaborations among architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Essential Functions
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Establish project scopes of work and preliminary budgets based on inspections, reports, and building needs.
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Manage architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors through design, bidding, construction, and close-out.
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Identify potential construction risks early and recommend practical, cost-effective solutions
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Make final decisions on RFI’s and Project issues with the design and construction team.
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Facilitate Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings and ensure clear communication across all stakeholders.
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Review drawings, scopes, submittals, schedule, and change orders for accuracy, compliance, and value.
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Monitor construction progress through site visits, consultant inspections, punch walks, and quality control inspections.
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Review and approve monthly contractor draws and project documentation.
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Manage the construction contingency.
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Ensure compliance with HUD, state, accessibility, safety, and environmental requirements.
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Provide regular project updates to the Director of Construction.
Supervisory Responsibilities
The Construction Manager has no direct supervisory responsibility for CSI staff but is responsible for overseeing and coordinating external project professionals, including architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors, throughout all phases of construction projects, from design and bidding through construction and project close-out.
Requirements
Work Environment
This position works in both an office environment and at active construction/job sites. Work at project sites may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, construction noise, dust, uneven surfaces, and other typical construction site conditions. Regular travel to project sites is required.
Physical Demands
The position requires the ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods, as well as regularly walk, stand, and navigate active construction sites. May require climbing stairs, walking on uneven surfaces, bending, reaching, and occasionally lifting or carrying materials or equipment weighing up to 30 pounds or over. The ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safely navigate construction sites is required.
Travel Required
Up to 25% travel, primarily local, to construction project sites and CSI co-op properties. Occasional travel to other co-op locations and regions may be required, as well as travel to industry-specific conferences and events. Reliable transportation is required.
Required Education and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field.
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10+ years of relevant construction management experience.
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5+ years of project management experience in multifamily or senior living construction.
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Strong knowledge of building systems (MEP, envelope, fire/life safety, accessibility, etc.).
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Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and Adobe/Bluebeam.
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Proficiency in managing construction budgets of more than $10 million.
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Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
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Ability to manage multiple projects across regions and travel as required.
Preferred Experience
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Familiarity with affordable housing, HUD/state compliance, or senior living projects.
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Professional certifications (CCM, PMP, LEED AP) a plus.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulation requires all employees—citizens, residents, and nonresidents—to complete Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification. Employees are not allowed to work in the United States until the Form I-9 is completed and properly documented.
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Summary
CSI Support & Development is a mission-driven, non-profit that develops, acquires, and provides the highest quality in affordable rental housing communities for seniors. As a resident/member-controlled organization, we utilize a cooperative management system for our 65 properties across four states (MI, MA, MD, and CA) where seniors have opportunities to thrive as an active part of their communities.
With 80 years of experience and dedication to preserving affordable housing for seniors, CSI remains rooted in the core values that shaped us from the very beginning: Cooperation, Education, Excellence, Integrity, Respect, and Volunteerism. Discover more about our housing opportunities and mission at www.csi.coop .
Additional Information
- Reports to Position/Job Title Director Of Construction
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