Construction Group Manager

Job DescriptionSummaryThe Infrastructure & Corporate Citizenship (ICC) function — comprised of Global Real Estate, Construction, Facility Operations, and Corporate Citizenship — is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as Construction Group Manager.Reporting to the Director of Construction, this position will lead construction project delivery across GM’s Region 1 portfolio, including manufacturing and non-manufacturing sites. The role is responsible for leading a team of project managers and related resources to deliver complex capital, infrastructure, renovation, and workplace projects safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with GM business priorities.This leader will provide clear regional accountability, strengthen communication flow with site leadership and business partners, and help ensure projects are scoped, prioritized, and executed with discipline and consistency. The ideal candidate combines strong construction and capital project experience with people leadership, stakeholder management, sound business judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a matrixed environment.ResponsibilitiesLead project delivery across GM’s regional portfolioLead execution of construction and facility capital projects across GM’s Region 1 footprint, including manufacturing, non-manufacturing, engineering, and distribution and logistics related sitesProvide day-to-day leadership, direction, and prioritization for project managers and other assigned resources supporting the  portfolioEnsure projects are delivered safely and in compliance with GM policies, project requirements, and applicable regulatory and permitting requirementsOversee project performance across scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and stakeholder satisfactionEscalate issues early and drive resolution of project, contractor, site, and stakeholder challengesProvide people leadership and regional accountabilityLead, coach, and develop a high-performing team, including performance management, employee development, workload balancing, and succession planningTranslate broader Construction and ICC priorities into clear direction, objectives, and expectations for the Region 1 teamEstablish strong operating rhythms, clear roles, and disciplined follow-through to improve accountability and executionBuild team capability and create an environment that supports collaboration, growth, inclusion, candor, and ownershipHelp shape workforce planning and resource allocation based on project demand, business priorities, and emerging portfolio needsDrive stakeholder alignment and decision-makingServe as the primary Construction point of contact for site leadership and key business stakeholdersBuild strong partnerships with Facility Operations, Real Estate, Finance, Safety, Legal, Procurement, Engineering, Planning and Design, and other internal stakeholdersCommunicate project status, risks, tradeoffs, and recommendations clearly to leadership and partners across functionsInfluence ...