Cowdin Design + Build

Project Manager

Location: Plymouth, MI (projects along the I-275 corridor: Farmington Hills, Novi, Northville, Plymouth, parts of Canton)

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.

About Us

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.