President Jobs in Detroit, MI

The President of a construction company plays a pivotal role, overseeing every aspect of the company's operations, from financial decisions and strategic planning to project execution and staff management. They develop and implement growth strategies, build and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders, ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, and manage risks. The President is also responsible for ensuring the company's financial performance and profitability, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Important skills for this role include leadership, strategic planning, financial management, risk management, and excellent communication. Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations is crucial, alongside project management skills. A professional certification like Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) can be beneficial. Before becoming a President, a person may have roles such as a Project Manager, where they would lead individual construction projects from conception to completion, a Construction Manager, who oversees several projects and their respective teams, or a Vice President, who assists the President in managing company operations and often stands in for them in their absence.

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Project Executive (BESS / Renewables - Nationwide Opportunities!)

  • Warren, MI (12 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warren, MI (12 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of five years of construction Industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction...

Senior Project Manager

  • Farmington Hills, MI (20 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI (20 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 19 days ago

Senior Project Manager CTI and Associates, Inc. 401(k) United States, Michigan, Farmington Hills 27280 Haggerty Road (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 About Us Over the past four decades, CTI has...

Senior Project Manager, Drainage/Water Resources

  • Detroit, MI
  • 19 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 19 days ago

Michael Baker International is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Drainage/Water Resources to join the team in ou r Detroit, MI o ffice and support the planning, modeling, and design of complex...

Senior Project Manager

  • Bingham Farms, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Bingham Farms, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 23 days ago

Company Summary EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation...

Site Superintendent (Hospital - Low Voltage)

  • Detroit, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 27 days ago

Assist in developing the schedule for all the different scopes for submittals, shop drawings, BIM dates, addition of scope, and mockups / training with the PM team....

Senior Project Manager - Detroit

  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago

May work with Preconstruction team in development of project. Manage budget and financial reporting, interpret and analyze reports to ensure adherence to project budget....

Senior Project Manager - Health

  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago

relationships and collaboration, both internal and external Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing #LI-KT1 If you currently work for HKS, please submit...

Senior Project Manager - AFF

  • Detroit, MI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 45+ days ago

Management, with 8 or more years of experience as a project engineer, project manager or construction manager Other Qualifications Preferred: Licensed Professional Engineer and/or Project Management...

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Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Engineering Services

  • Detroit, MI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 60+ days ago

CDM Smith currently has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager with previous experience managing municipal water services projects to join our North Central group. In this position,...

Project Executive - Aviation Market

  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Collaborate with the Executive Vice President (EVP) to identify and prioritize key pursuits that drive Aviation market growth....

Project Executive

  • Detroit, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 90+ days ago

Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time....

Demographic Data for Detroit, MI

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Salary for President Jobs in Detroit, MI

This is the average annual salary for President jobs in Detroit, MI as reported by the BLS.

$324,910


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Highest Education Level

Presidents in Detroit, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.9%
Master's Degree
29.2%
Associate's Degree
8.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
High School or GED
5.8%
Doctorate Degree
2.5%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Presidents in Detroit, MI
10+ years
31.7%
6-8 years
28.2%
2-4 years
12.7%
8-10 years
12.6%
4-6 years
9.2%
1-2 years
5.5%