Project Manager

Drive Success on a Landmark Build - Join Michael Kinder & Sons as a Project Manager!

Position Title: Project Manager | Commercial Construction

Company Name: Michael Kinder & Sons (MKS)

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 per year + Year-End Bonus

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: General Construction (Commercial, Industrial)

Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Job Overview

Michael Kinder & Sons is seeking a dedicated Project Manager with at least 5 years of commercial construction experience to manage a major $35M+ project located on the campus of a Christian university in Upland, IN. This is a minimum two-year onsite assignment, with the potential for additional long-term opportunities on this site or similar projects.

The ideal candidate is a proven leader who can balance project management responsibilities with client-facing professionalism. This person must carry themselves well with university leadership while ensuring construction progress meets MKS's standards of quality, safety, budget, and schedule performance.

Who We Are

Michael Kinder & Sons (MKS) is a fourth-generation, family-owned design-build construction firm built on integrity, craftsmanship, and client satisfaction. Our people are our strength, and we live by our TEAMS Core Values:

• Transformational - pushing toward the future
• Exceptional - delivering an unparalleled experience
• Accountable - owning our work
• Meaningful - building relationships that last
• Safe - prioritizing safety at work and balance at home
  
  

At MKS, you're more than a Project Manager—you're part of a family committed to delivering excellence and shaping communities through construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management
• Lead overall management of the Upland project from conceptual design through closeout.
• Establish project goals, work plans, and assignments in collaboration with the Senior Project Manager.
• Oversee scheduling, resource planning, subcontractor coordination, and milestone delivery.
• Ensure project closeout and warranty work is completed to client satisfaction.
• Planning & Coordination
• Develop project logistics, staging plans, and schedules to minimize risks.
• Facilitate key meetings: Preconstruction Turnover, Kick-Off, Progress Updates, and Turnover/Commissioning.
• Oversee procurement to ensure subcontractor and material purchases align with budgets and objectives.
• Financial Oversight
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, and monthly cost reporting.
• Review and issue subcontract awards and purchase orders.
• Monitor labor, material, and equipment costs to forecast profitability.
• Client & Stakeholder Communication
• Maintain clear communication with subcontractors, clients, and internal teams.
• Build strong, professional relationships with university leadership and other stakeholders.
• Proactively resolve issues while ensuring client satisfaction.
• Safety, Compliance & Documentation
• Enforce safety standards and ensure regulatory compliance on site.
• Manage project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Promote a culture of accountability and proactive risk management.
• Leadership & Management
• Mentor Assistant Project Managers and coordinate with Superintendents.
• Delegate effectively while maintaining accountability for deadlines.
• Conduct performance reviews and support staff development.
  

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in commercial/industrial construction project management.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale projects ($35M+ preferred).
• Strong technical understanding of construction methods, equipment, and technologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work professionally with university leadership and community stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, Adobe, and Timberline preferred.
  
  

Benefits

• Medical insurance (90% employee premiums, 40% dependent coverage).
• Dental, vision, and life/disability insurance options.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and wellness time.
• 401(k) - Traditional and Roth options, 100% match up to 4%, immediate vesting.
• Weekly pay cycle.
• Business expense and mileage reimbursement.
• Paid education and certifications.
• Career growth opportunities with leadership development.
• Annual bonuses, company outings, and recognition programs.
  
  

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday - Friday
• Project-based, with work tied to the Upland, IN site
  
  

Location

• Onsite role at a $35M+ construction project in Upland, Indiana
• Minimum 2-year assignment, with potential continuation on future projects
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Compliance

A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.

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