Project Manager - Retail Construction - Wisconsin

Milwaukee, Wisconsin Permanent USD110,000 - USD140,000 per year View Job Description
Retail general contractor is actively looking to add a project manager to their team. In this role you will be running retail projects ranging from $250K to $3M while fostering both new and existing client relationships. All qualified applicants will receive a call in under 24 hours.
  • Join a firm with an excellent pipeline of retail work with repeat clients
  • Growing company that offers profit sharing

About Our Client

Client Overview:

  • Annual revenue of $30M
  • Projects in the retail sector, ranging from $250K to $3M in valuation
  • Mostly ground-up projects
  • Strong repeat client relationships
  • National projects but project managers do not travel
  • Laid-back and business-minded culture

Job Description

  • Lead end-to-end retail construction projects from pre-construction through closeout while maintaining schedule, budget, and quality standards.
  • Coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
  • Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, contracts, change orders, and procurement activities across multiple retail locations.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress, enforce safety compliance, and resolve field issues proactively.
  • Oversee permitting, inspections, and regulatory compliance to ensure projects meet all local building codes and brand standards.
  • Manage client and executive communications by providing accurate project updates, risk assessments, and milestone reporting.
  • Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to optimize project costs while maintaining construction quality and timelines.
  • Drive successful store openings by coordinating punch-list completion, fixture installation, turnover activities, and final occupancy approvals.

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 leading commercial or retail construction projects
  • Track record of leading builds valued at $1M+
  • Experience/familiarity with preconstruction concepts
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What's on Offer

  • Base salary of $110,000 to $140,000, based on experience
  • 15 Days PTO + 7 Company Holidays
  • Company sponosred health, dental, and vision plans
  • Yearly bonus based on company performance
  • Profit sharing
  • No travel, fully local role
Contact
Josh De St. Jean
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7025458

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Milwaukee
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Josh De St. Jean
Job Reference
JN-052026-7025458