Cowdin Design + Build
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Pay Range This range is provided by Cowdin Design + Build. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $85,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr
Location Plymouth, MI (projects along the I-275 corridor: Farmington Hills, Novi, Northville, Plymouth, parts of Canton)
About Us Build Exceptional Projects--and Help Scale a Referral-driven Design-build Company. This role is for a senior residential Project Manager who wants more than just "running jobs." We are intentionally hiring someone who combines strong project execution with client trust, design collaboration, and a growth mindset. If you've built long-term relationships with architects, designers, or high-end clients--and you want to be rewarded for the business you help create--this role was designed for you. If your goal is simply to manage schedules and babysit subs, this will not be a fit. If you want ownership, upside, and influence in how a company grows, keep reading.
Cowdin Design + Build is a small, highly focused residential design-build firm delivering 10 to 13 major remodels, and an occasional new-build, annually across Metro Detroit's west side. Our primary work includes whole-home renovations, kitchens, primary suites, and home additions. Our next phase of growth is intentional and referral-driven. We are moving away from low-margin lead sources and building deeper partnerships with architects, designers, and past clients. This Project Manager role is central to that strategy.
Responsibilities
Lead high-end residential remodeling projects from preconstruction through closeout with full accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and quality
Act as the primary client point of contact, setting expectations and delivering a calm, professional experience throughout construction
Collaborate closely with architects and designers to maintain design intent while solving real-world construction challenges
Develop and manage detailed schedules, budgets, and job cost tracking in Buildertrend
Identify risks early by reviewing drawings, selections, and scopes before work begins
Manage change orders, pricing, approvals, and documentation with clarity and discipline
Conduct regular jobsite meetings and walkthroughs to ensure safety, cleanliness, and craftsmanship standards
Maintain accurate daily logs, photos, and communication records in Buildertrend
Actively nurture relationships with architects, designers, and referral partners
Participate in client appreciation efforts, open houses, and referral-based marketing initiatives
Earn commission on new work you personally bring into the company
Qualifications
5+ years of project management experience in high-end residential remodeling or custom home construction
Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build trust and long-term relationships
Experience working directly with architects and designers
Solid understanding of construction sequencing, budgeting, job costing, and schedule control
Comfortable operating with autonomy, accountability, and performance expectations
Proficiency with Buildertrend or similar construction management software
Existing referral relationships or a personal network strongly preferred
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability to visit active jobsites and work in varying conditions
Pay, Schedule & Benefits
Full-time W-2 position
Base Salary: $85,000 - $100,000, depending on experience and leadership depth
Growth Upside: 1% commission on all new revenue you personally bring in
$1M in new work = $10,000
$2M in new work = $20,000
$3M in new work = $30,000
This role is intentionally structured so a high-performing PM can earn $110,000 - $130,000+ total salary + benefits
Schedule: Four 10-hour days, Monday-Thursday
Health Insurance: Company covers 80% of employee cost (up to $400/month) after 90 days
Paid Time Off: PTO accrual begins after 90 days and increases with tenure
Paid Holidays: 7 annually after 90 days
Sick Time: 3 days annually after 90 days
401(k): After 1 year, 4% employer match (vested)
Company-provided software and systems; phone stipend if applicable
How We Hire
Employment is at-will
Offers are contingent on a post-offer background check and driving record review
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to protected status
Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process and on the job
How To Apply Send your resume (or detailed work history), where you'll be commuting from, and a brief note on the types of projects and relationships you've managed. If you've brought work with you in the past--or know how to--tell us about it. If you want a role where your leadership, relationships, and performance directly shape the future of the company, we'd like to talk.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cowdin Design + Build by 2x.
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Project Manager
role at
Cowdin Design + Build .
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants.
Pay Range This range is provided by Cowdin Design + Build. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $85,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr
Location Plymouth, MI (projects along the I-275 corridor: Farmington Hills, Novi, Northville, Plymouth, parts of Canton)
About Us Build Exceptional Projects--and Help Scale a Referral-driven Design-build Company. This role is for a senior residential Project Manager who wants more than just "running jobs." We are intentionally hiring someone who combines strong project execution with client trust, design collaboration, and a growth mindset. If you've built long-term relationships with architects, designers, or high-end clients--and you want to be rewarded for the business you help create--this role was designed for you. If your goal is simply to manage schedules and babysit subs, this will not be a fit. If you want ownership, upside, and influence in how a company grows, keep reading.
Cowdin Design + Build is a small, highly focused residential design-build firm delivering 10 to 13 major remodels, and an occasional new-build, annually across Metro Detroit's west side. Our primary work includes whole-home renovations, kitchens, primary suites, and home additions. Our next phase of growth is intentional and referral-driven. We are moving away from low-margin lead sources and building deeper partnerships with architects, designers, and past clients. This Project Manager role is central to that strategy.
Responsibilities
Lead high-end residential remodeling projects from preconstruction through closeout with full accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and quality
Act as the primary client point of contact, setting expectations and delivering a calm, professional experience throughout construction
Collaborate closely with architects and designers to maintain design intent while solving real-world construction challenges
Develop and manage detailed schedules, budgets, and job cost tracking in Buildertrend
Identify risks early by reviewing drawings, selections, and scopes before work begins
Manage change orders, pricing, approvals, and documentation with clarity and discipline
Conduct regular jobsite meetings and walkthroughs to ensure safety, cleanliness, and craftsmanship standards
Maintain accurate daily logs, photos, and communication records in Buildertrend
Actively nurture relationships with architects, designers, and referral partners
Participate in client appreciation efforts, open houses, and referral-based marketing initiatives
Earn commission on new work you personally bring into the company
Qualifications
5+ years of project management experience in high-end residential remodeling or custom home construction
Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build trust and long-term relationships
Experience working directly with architects and designers
Solid understanding of construction sequencing, budgeting, job costing, and schedule control
Comfortable operating with autonomy, accountability, and performance expectations
Proficiency with Buildertrend or similar construction management software
Existing referral relationships or a personal network strongly preferred
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability to visit active jobsites and work in varying conditions
Pay, Schedule & Benefits
Full-time W-2 position
Base Salary: $85,000 - $100,000, depending on experience and leadership depth
Growth Upside: 1% commission on all new revenue you personally bring in
$1M in new work = $10,000
$2M in new work = $20,000
$3M in new work = $30,000
This role is intentionally structured so a high-performing PM can earn $110,000 - $130,000+ total salary + benefits
Schedule: Four 10-hour days, Monday-Thursday
Health Insurance: Company covers 80% of employee cost (up to $400/month) after 90 days
Paid Time Off: PTO accrual begins after 90 days and increases with tenure
Paid Holidays: 7 annually after 90 days
Sick Time: 3 days annually after 90 days
401(k): After 1 year, 4% employer match (vested)
Company-provided software and systems; phone stipend if applicable
How We Hire
Employment is at-will
Offers are contingent on a post-offer background check and driving record review
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to protected status
Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process and on the job
How To Apply Send your resume (or detailed work history), where you'll be commuting from, and a brief note on the types of projects and relationships you've managed. If you've brought work with you in the past--or know how to--tell us about it. If you want a role where your leadership, relationships, and performance directly shape the future of the company, we'd like to talk.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cowdin Design + Build by 2x.
#J-18808-Ljbffr