Project Manager

J.H. Findorff & Son Inc.; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned (ESOP)

Local work

Stable backlog

Diverse portfolio

People-first culture

Competitive compensation

401(k) contributions

Profit sharing

Generous PTO

Parental leave

Career development support

Job summary

J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. in Wisconsin seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects from precon through closeout, focusing on schedule, safety, and quality.

You\'ll manage budgets, forecasts, and change orders, coordinate with field teams, clients, and trade partners, and develop leadership and technical expertise while keeping projects on track.

This role offers an ESOP-owned culture with local project locations and strong career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction project management experience in commercial construction.
• Experience with projects valued at $20M+ from preconstruction through closeout.
• Strong problem solving skills to manage project challenges.
• Solid understanding of building systems, construction methods, and sequencing.
• Experience with project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with project teams, clients, and trade partners.

Responsibilities

• Apply construction expertise to guide safe, informed day-to-day decision making and keep projects moving forward.
• Support procurement with bidding, contracting, and subcontractor coordination to align scope, schedule, and budget.
• Plan and execute projects by developing schedules, leading meetings, and coordinating with field teams and subcontractors.
• Manage project financials by tracking costs, supporting forecasting, and assisting with change management.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and partners to build relationships and contribute to a positive project environment.

Skills

Construction PM

Budgeting & Forecasting

Problem solving

Collaboration

Building systems knowledge

Job description

As a Wisconsin builder since 1890, Findorff is a local construction firm delivering best-in-class construction services to projects of all sizes. We are driven by strong relationships, safety, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve.

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of construction project management experience in commercial construction
• Experience supporting commercial construction projects valued at $20M or more from preconstruction through closeout
• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to manage project challenges effectively
• Solid understanding of building systems, construction methods, and sequencing
• Experience with project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with project teams, clients, and trade partners

What You'll Do

As a Project Manager with Findorff, you'll help lead construction projects from early planning through closeout, supporting the process, the relationships, and the results. You'll play a key role in ensuring projects stay on track while continuing to develop your leadership and technical expertise.

• Apply Construction Expertise: Use your understanding of building systems, materials, and construction methods to guide safe, informed day‑to‑day decision making, proactively solve problems, and keep projects moving forward.
• Support Procurement: Assist with bidding, contracting, and subcontractor coordination to align project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Plan and Execute Projects: Help develop schedules, lead meetings, and coordinate with field teams and subcontractors to keep projects moving forward.
• Manage Project Financials: Track costs, support forecasting efforts, and assist with change management to help maintain strong financial performance.
• Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with internal teams, clients, and partners to build relationships and contribute to a positive project environment.

Why Findorff

• Employee‑owned (ESOP) to build long‑term wealth alongside your career
• Local work with most projects within an hour of your main office
• Stable, predictable backlog driven by long‑term client relationships with over 90% of our work with repeat clients
• Diverse portfolio to expand your experience across multiple market sectors
• People‑first culture grounded in respect, collaboration, and doing the right thing

Plus: competitive compensation, 401(k) + contributions, profit sharing, generous PTO, paid parental leave, and strong career development support.

Diversity matters. Findorff recognizes the talents of all, appreciating the different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that make us a stronger company and partner for the communities we live and work in.

Findorff provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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