Steve Griffith
Rochester
Summary
Experienced Construction Department Manager skilled in project management and financial oversight. Directed teams of over 50, consistently delivering operational excellence in major construction projects. Proven track record in managing complex projects and fostering strong client relationships. Dedicated to improving team effectiveness and client satisfaction.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Department Manager
HNTB
Sterling Heights
10.2017 - Current
- Led team of over 50 employees across southeast Michigan to achieve operational excellence.
- Developed operating budgets for CEI Group's Michigan office, tracking key performance indicators.
- Championed sales pursuits for various construction projects, including Innovate Mound and I-696 Full CEI.
- Served as MDOT Metro Region Client Service Leader, coordinating discovery and marketing initiatives.
- Managed Innovate Mound design-build project, overseeing preliminary engineering, procurement, and construction activities for 9-mile corridor.
Construction Engineer
Michigan Department of Transportation
Southfield
01.2003 - 10.2017
- Oversaw construction for complex projects including I-94/US-24 Gateway Bridge and I-75 Gateway 4 Project.
- Established strong relationships with MDOT leadership across four Metro TSC offices.
- Managed construction oversight for M-10 Dodge the Lodge and M-39 Southfield reconstruction.
- Directed I-94 Black River Reconstruction and I-75 DB Segment 1 projects, ensuring compliance with standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Toledo
Toledo, Ohio, OH12-2002
Skills
- Project management
- Department leadership
- Budget oversight
- Construction management
- Performance metrics
- Client relations
- Strategic planning
- Team development
- Alternative delivery principles
Certification
Professional Engineer - Michigan #6201065941
Professional Affiliations
- American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Member
- Design Build Institute of America (DBIA) Member
- Construction Management Association of American (CMAA) Board Treasurer
Project Specific Experience
The detailed project experience resume is available upon request.
Timeline
Construction Department Manager
HNTB
10.2017 - Current
Construction Engineer
Michigan Department of Transportation
01.2003 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Toledo