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Transition Manager II

Gilbane Building Company

Ann Arbor, MIJobSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Location
Ann Arbor, MI
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Job overview

Gilbane Building Company seeks a Transition Manager II to implement and tactically execute activities on a large, complex transition project, individually or by supervising less senior staff. The role sits primarily on the job site and protects and promotes the interests of Gilbane and the client. The manager leads project teams, coordinates with clients and outside organizations, and oversees project schedules, reporting, contracts, and performance.

Skills & qualifications

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Skills

LeadershipCommunicationTeamworkCoachingDelegationProject ManagementMeeting FacilitationClient RelationsProblem SolvingProposal DevelopmentDatabase ManagementProject SchedulingConstruction CoordinationProject ReportingContract ManagementCost Management

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Transition Manager II Job Locations US-MI-Ann Arbor Requisition ID 2026-13526 Category Move / Transition Management Overview Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Transition Manager II to be responsible for the implementation and tactical execution of all project activities on a large, complex transition project, either individually or through supervision of less senior project staff. This role will sit primarily on the job site. Who are we? As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Who are you? You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual. You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane's business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future. Your core values match Gilbane's: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. What's in it for you? Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader. Responsibilities Supervise and train Transition Project Managers and Consultants Plan and run large or complex meetings involving multiple outside organizations, such as the Owner, design team and vendors Serve as the direct point of contact for the client on the assigned projects Resolve project problems when multiple parties are involved Write and develop project proposals Oversee the development of complex databases and project schedules Facilitate construction interface in large, complex projects Present information to the client in facilitation of decision making Oversee the completion of project reporting requirement and develop custom reporting Oversee adherence to contract Conduct performance reviews for direct reports Manage the project cost report and take accountability for project performance, making decisions on project expenditures in suppo

How this job compares

Set against the 22,803 open Project Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Michigan median$107–184K/yr224 salary ranges
  • US median$45–60/hr936 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 444 open Project Manager jobs in Michigan and 22,803 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Michigan
Experience
Project Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 5 to 9 years (19,650 postings).
Education
11,832 of the 22,803 open Project Manager jobs (52%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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