Commercial Construction Project Manager

gpac; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

401(k) / retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Commercial Construction Project Manager to oversee projects from preconstruction through completion, ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and quality standards. The role emphasizes delivering diverse commercial projects and building long-term client and subcontractor relationships.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of PM experience in commercial construction, strong communication and leadership skills, and proficiency with construction management software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Experience managing projects from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of plans, specs, contracts, and scheduling.
• Experience with budgets, cost control, change orders, and subcontractor management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with construction management software and MS Office.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from contract award through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and execution plans.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Review plans, specifications, contracts, and project documents.
• Manage project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, and change orders.
• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with stakeholders.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, pay applications, change orders, and project documentation.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, schedules, quality, and compliance.
• Identify and resolve issues affecting cost, schedule or quality.
• Work with Superintendents and field teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships.
• Assist with preconstruction, estimating, bidding, and business development as needed.
• Manage project closeout and ensure all contractual requirements are completed.

Skills

Construction project management

Communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business

Tools

Construction management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

A well-established and growing commercial construction company is seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Project Manager to join their team. This position will oversee projects from preconstruction through completion while ensuring they are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to a high standard of quality.

The company has a diverse commercial project portfolio, providing an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of project types while building long-term career growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from contract award through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and execution plans.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Review plans, specifications, contracts, and project documents.
• Manage project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, and change orders.
• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with stakeholders.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, pay applications, change orders, and project documentation.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, schedules, quality, and compliance.
• Identify and resolve issues that could affect project cost, schedule, or quality.
• Work closely with Superintendents and field teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships.
• Assist with preconstruction, estimating, bidding, and business development as needed.
• Manage project closeout and ensure all contractual requirements are completed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience preferred.
• Experience managing projects from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of construction plans, specifications, contracts, and scheduling.
• Experience with budgets, cost control, change orders, and subcontractor management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-s olving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred but not required.

Project Experience

Experience In Any Of The Following Is a Plus

• Office / Corporate
• Retail
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Industrial
• Multifamily
• Education
• Government
• Ground-Up Construction
• Renovation / Tenant Improvement
• Design-Build

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits
• 401(k) / retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Vehicle or vehicle allowance, where applicable
• Career advancement opportunities
• Strong project backlog
• Diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects

Ideal Candidate

A motivated Project Manager who takes ownership of their projects, communicates effectively, builds strong relationships, and consistently delivers successful projects while balancing cost, schedule, quality, and client expectations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.