Construction PM – Lead $25M+ Projects, Safety & Quality

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

Job summary

Pepper Construction in Wisconsin–Milwaukee area is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead large commercial builds from preconstruction through closeout.

You will oversee budgets, schedules, safety, and team performance, collaborating with clients, trade partners, and internal teams to deliver projects on time and within budget. This role requires field presence across Milwaukee and Madison and a strong focus on quality and Lean construction principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience managing commercial construction projects while leading collaborative teams.
• Proven ability to lead large, complex projects—ideally in healthcare, education, institutional, or mixed‑use markets.
• Strong business acumen and working knowledge of preconstruction, estimating, and bidding.
• Proficiency in project management and collaboration software.
• Willingness to work from offices and project sites between Milwaukee and Madison.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of construction to deliver safe, high‑quality, on‑budget, and on‑schedule projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and forecasts.
• Lead subcontractor procurement and negotiation.
• Monitor performance, resolve conflicts, and ensure compliance with contract documents and safety standards.
• Manage financial outcomes through cost control and forecasting.
• Direct closeout, commissioning, and turnover to ensure client satisfaction.
• Successfully manage projects exceeding $25 million.
• Lead by example—modeling safety, integrity, and teamwork.
• Motivate and develop project engineers, superintendents, and other team members.
• Communicate clearly and proactively across all project levels.
• Foster collaboration and accountability within project teams.
• Ensure safety protocols and procedures are followed at all times.
• Conduct regular jobsite inspections for compliance and quality assurance.
• Address variances promptly with clear documentation and corrective action.
• Apply Lean principles to improve performance and eliminate waste.
• Cultivate trusted relationships with clients and partners.
• Support business development by identifying new opportunities and participating in presentations and interviews.
• Negotiate and secure repeat and referral work.

Skills

Project leadership

Budget management

Subcontractor negotiation

Safety compliance

Lean principles

Client relations

Education

CM/Engineering degree

Job description

Pepper Construction in Wisconsin–Milwaukee area is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead large commercial builds from preconstruction through closeout.

You will oversee budgets, schedules, safety, and team performance, collaborating with clients, trade partners, and internal teams to deliver projects on time and within budget. This role requires field presence across Milwaukee and Madison and a strong focus on quality and Lean construction principles.