Project Manager

Job Description

Company Description

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Freshwater Development is a vertically integrated real estate development firm specializing in the acquisition, design, and construction of exceptional residential and mixed-use real estate throughout Northern Michigan. We oversee every phase of the development process—from acquisition and due diligence through architecture, construction, and project completion—to create distinctive properties that strengthen the communities in which we invest while delivering superior risk-adjusted returns to our partners.

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Role Description

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Freshwater Development is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing team. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Northern Michigan, responsible for managing luxury residential and mixed-use developments from preconstruction through project completion.

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The Project Manager will oversee project planning, budgeting, scheduling, consultant coordination, permitting, procurement, construction administration, and client communication. Working closely with ownership, architects, engineers, and field staff, this role is responsible for delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and to Freshwater's uncompromising quality standards.

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Responsibilities

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• Manage projects from due diligence and preconstruction through construction and closeout.
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• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, contracts, and procurement plans.
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• Coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, municipalities, subcontractors, and vendors.
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• Monitor project costs, change orders, cash flow, and overall financial performance.
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• Collaborate with the Field Superintendent to ensure quality, schedule, and safety objectives are achieved.
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• Lead project meetings and maintain accurate project documentation and reporting.
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• Identify project risks and proactively develop solutions.
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• Maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and project stakeholders.
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Qualifications

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• 5+ years of experience in construction or real estate project management.
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• Experience managing luxury residential, mixed-use, commercial, or hospitality developments preferred.
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• Strong understanding of budgeting, scheduling, contracts, permitting, and construction administration.
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• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
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• Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction/project management software.
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• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate Development, or a related field preferred.
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• Ability to work full-time on-site and travel between project locations throughout Northern Michigan.
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Why Freshwater

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• Help deliver some of Northern Michigan's most distinctive residential and mixed-use developments.
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• Work alongside an integrated team spanning development, architecture, and construction.
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• Be part of an entrepreneurial, design-driven company with meaningful responsibility and opportunities for professional growth.
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• Competitive compensation based on experience, with benefits and performance-based incentives.
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