Construction Project Manager - Family Owned General Contractor

Milwaukee, Wisconsin Permanent USD100,000 - USD120,000 per year View Job Description
Local Milwaukee general contracto seeks a construction project manager to join their team. This firm provides the best of both worlds; the opportunity to work on large-scale projects, at a smaller, family-feel firm. All qualified applicants will receive a call in under 24 hours.
  • Work on large-scale projects in a family-oriented environment
  • Strong local reputation - 95% of work is negotiated

About Our Client

  • Family-owned construction management firm with over 15 years in business, founded in 2007 and steadily grown since.
  • Headquartered in Southeast Wisconsin with all projects located within the region.
  • Generates approximately $150M in annual revenue with a strong backlog of repeat clients.
  • Core expertise in luxury mixed-use and multi-family developments, with additional light commercial and light industrial work.
  • Evolved from restaurant and small commercial projects into a recognized leader in the multi-family construction market over the past seven years.
  • Known across the industry for delivering high-quality projects while maintaining fair, competitive pricing.
  • Operates as a pure Construction Manager (CM) firm-no self-performed trade work and not union signatory.
  • Team of approximately 35 employees with a collaborative leadership structure and a dedicated business development function



Job Description

  • Lead planning, execution, and delivery of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
  • Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure financial and contractual compliance.
  • Oversee and direct assistant project managers, superintendents, and project teams.
  • Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and consultants to align scope and expectations.
  • Negotiate, issue, and manage subcontractor agreements, change orders, and buyout processes.
  • Monitor project progress, quality, and safety to ensure adherence to plans, codes, and company standards.
  • Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and cost control.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing clear communication and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 3+ years experience as lead project manager
  • Track record of running commercial and/or multifamily projects
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team-setting
  • Passion for construction

What's on Offer

  • Base salary of $100-$120K based on qualifications
  • $500/Month car allowance
  • 3 weeks PTO + holidays
  • Strong health, dental, and vision plans
  • All local work - no projects outside of greater-Milwaukee
  • Strong bonuses dependent on project performance
  • and much more!
Contact
Josh De St. Jean
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6919094

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Milwaukee
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Josh De St. Jean
Job Reference
JN-012026-6919094