Lead Commercial Construction Project Manager

Pepper Construction; Madison, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepper Construction seeks a Construction Project Manager for Commercial projects in southern Wisconsin, including Milwaukee to Madison. You will oversee safety, schedule, budgets, and client relationships from preconstruction through closeout.

Responsibilities include managing multi‑million dollar projects, leading teams, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring quality and safety standards while delivering on time and on budget.

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.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Pepper Construction seeks a Construction Project Manager for Commercial projects in southern Wisconsin, including Milwaukee to Madison. You will oversee safety, schedule, budgets, and client relationships from preconstruction through closeout.

Responsibilities include managing multi‑million dollar projects, leading teams, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring quality and safety standards while delivering on time and on budget.