Construction Project Manager, Tenant Improvement Construction
Rocket Companies
About Bedrock
Bedrock is an award-winning real estate developer focused on comprehensive city building initiatives in Detroit and Cleveland. Its work includes creating iconic cityscapes, rehabilitating historic properties, and making space for the community—all with the philosophy to operate for more than profit.
Since 2011, Bedrock has invested and committed more than $7.5 billion to develop and restore more than 140 properties, totaling over 21 million square feet of office, retail, residential, hospitality, industrial, data centers and parking. In 2024, Bedrock was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company.
For additional information about Bedrock, please visit bedrockdetroit.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.
Job Summary
The Construction Project Manager, Tenant Improvement will expedite the tenant start of business to enhance Landlord’s opportunity for earlier rent commencements to increase Net Operating Income. They require customer service to support leasing efforts, and partner with Construction, Development, Legal, Leasing and Property Management to expedite lease execution and tenant openings. The Construction Project Manager, Tenant Improvement will communicate with tenants, support, and track their pre-opening activities related to design and construction and will also work to ensure tenants are pursuing their Tenant Improvements in a safe and code compliant manner. They will report directly to the Tenant Improvement Senior Director on issues of importance in a timely manner, and ensuring issues identified are pushed with urgency toward resolution. They will operate in an urban setting, in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and must possess the necessary skills and understanding of project management, real estate development and construction. The Construction PM, TI will be responsible for managing construction projects from beginning to end, working in collaboration with the legal, finance, development, operations, design, architectural and property management teams.
Responsibilities
Act as owner and point of contact for all components associated with getting a tenant’s start of business (which may involve unusually complex tenants or projects), to include understanding the tenant’s unique needs relating to the condition of the space for each deal and pro-actively helping the tenant or it’s Architect to obtain information on existing conditions and local permitting, inspection and construction special requirements and practices
Assist tenants (especially local tenants, high impact tenants, and those with little or no construction experience) through the design, permitting and build out process
Provide a consistently high level of customer services to all customers (i.e, Leasing, Legal, Tenants, etc.)
Create and maintain a critical path schedule for all projects to ensure that multiple, simultaneous, and sequential tasks are being monitored and executed for timely completion
Provide timely Landlord Work Estimates (some of which may be quite complex and may involve structural work, site work and turnkey construction) to Leasing, and ensure the Leasing Agent is well versed on the Landlord Work scope and cost so that a deal can be accurately represented to Deal Committee
Ensure Tenants are proceeding with their Tenant Improvements in accordance with their leases, by engaging Landlord approved contractors, collecting their insurance certificates, obtaining permits and passing inspections for all work
Host preconstruction meetings with Tenant, Tenants Superintendent, Property Management and Property Engineers, review contractor rules and regulations, Landlord approved drawings, and allow Property Management to discuss site logistics and daily coordination items
Effectively self-manage their workload (requiring little or no supervisory oversight of their work) and actively participating in recurring meetings with tenants, leasing and other stakeholders, as evidenced through proper documentation of deal progression and milestones on a Tenant Progress Report, timely follow ups and expedited turnaround times to facilitate tenants start of business as early as possible, the ability to see the business side of issues and effectively dialog and communicate with the highest levels of Leasing and Management
Review, comment and approve tenant plans to ensure compliance with building systems, criteria, and basic design
Advise leasing on prospective new tenants located in buildings with Historic Tax Credits, identify tax credit status, and establish a strategy to use regarding historic requirements when communicating to prospective tenants
All other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil/Structural Engineering, preferred or equivalent education, training and experience
Specialized experience or certification, license, or advanced degree in area of expertise is desirable
Approximately 5 years of construction or related experience
Experience with Bluebeam, Revit, Procore and other construction-related software highly preferred
Comfortable and confident in negotiation, conflict resolution
Solution oriented mindset
Key Competencies
Communication: Conveys ideas clearly; adapts messaging to audience; listens actively; fosters collaboration and trust.
Planning & Organization: Prioritizes tasks effectively; manages time and resources; adapts to shifting priorities; executes with attention to detail.
Problem Solving: Analyzes and resolves issues using critical thinking; remains adaptable and solution-focused; escalates when appropriate.
Living Our Culture & Ethics: Acts with integrity; promotes inclusivity and accountability; aligns actions with organizational values; upholds compliance.
Technical Skills: Applies relevant technical and industry knowledge; seeks ongoing development; contributes to team success through innovation and expertise.
Leadership: Is accountable to their leader, themselves, and their team, accepting responsibility for their behaviors and results, acknowledging and being transparent about expectations, successes and mistakes
Work Environment
Bedrock is an in-person, five-day-a-week workplace. All team members are expected to work on site Monday through Friday during standard business hours, unless otherwise specified by their role or designated shift. Some roles may have flexibility to work remotely on Fridays, based on the nature of the work and business needs. This flexibility is granted at the discretion of the Company and may be adjusted at any time.
Disclaimer
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities performed by persons assigned to this classification. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor or manager to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. All principal duties and responsibilities of this position are essential functions of the position. Job descriptions are reviewed on a regular basis and may be revised at any time. Revisions will be communicated to employees within the classification. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment; therefore, the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.
Bedrock is an equal-opportunity employer.