Project Manager - General Contractor - Waukesha, WI

Michael Page; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary up to $120,000

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced project manager for a leading design-build contractor handling commercial renovations across healthcare, industrial, and corporate spaces. You will oversee pre-construction through closeout, budgets, and buyouts, partnering with architects, designers, and field teams to deliver on time and within budget.

The role requires 2+ years of leading renovation projects, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects with self-perform teams

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience leading commercial construction projects from estimating through project completion.
• Strong background in commercial, industrial, healthcare, or corporate interior renovation projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Comfortable taking ownership of projects from pre-construction, estimating, procurement, and buyout through closeout.
• Experience reviewing construction documents, specifications, and performing quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Strong knowledge of subcontractor management, project scheduling, change orders, and budget tracking.
• Excellent communicator who works effectively with clients, field teams, designers, architects, and subcontractors.
• Team-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative design-build environment.
• Self-motivated and accountable with the ability to work independently and make sound project decisions.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable and capable of managing both small fast-track projects and larger, more complex renovations.
• Experience working with self-perform construction teams is highly preferred.
• Positive, humble attitude that aligns with our client's collaborative, 'no ego' culture.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality projects and building long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial, industrial, and healthcare renovation projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Prepare project budgets, estimates, and proposals by reviewing construction documents, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Lead project buyout activities, including subcontractor selection, procurement, and contract administration.
• Coordinate and oversee all phases of construction to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, and self-perform crews while maintaining quality and productivity standards.
• Direct and coordinate MEP scopes throughout project execution.
• Collaborate with internal teams including architects, designers, account executives, AV integrators, superintendents, warehouse personnel, and field staff.
• Maintain strong client relationships by serving as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project costs, manage change orders, monitor financial performance, and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, proactively addressing risks, challenges, and resource needs.
• Participate in design-build planning efforts to ensure project designs align with client objectives and budget requirements.
• Conduct project meetings and provide regular updates to clients, stakeholders, and internal leadership.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, contract requirements, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, with workload varying based on project size and complexity.

Skills

Project leadership

Renovation experience

Budget management

Client relations

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

• Industry-Leading Culture & Employee Stability
• Greater Project Control, Variety & Career Growth

About Our Client

This established design-build contractor specializes in transforming existing commercial spaces through integrated design, construction, furniture, and technology solutions. The organization combines in-house architecture, design, and self-perform construction capabilities to deliver projects efficiently while maintaining greater control over quality, budgets, and schedules. Serving clients across healthcare, manufacturing, finance, industrial, and corporate office environments, the company manages projects ranging from small renovations to large-scale tenant improvements. Teams work collaboratively throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initial budgeting and planning through final construction and occupancy. The company is known for its strong employee-focused culture, commitment to long-term stability, and emphasis on teamwork and accountability. With a growing backlog of work and a diverse project portfolio, it offers employees exposure to challenging projects and significant opportunities for professional growth.

Job Description

• Manage commercial, industrial, and healthcare renovation projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Prepare project budgets, estimates, and proposals by reviewing construction documents, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Lead project buyout activities, including subcontractor selection, procurement, and contract administration.
• Coordinate and oversee all phases of construction to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, and self-perform crews while maintaining quality and productivity standards.
• Direct and coordinate MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) scopes throughout project execution.
• Collaborate with internal teams including architects, designers, account executives, AV integrators, superintendents, warehouse personnel, and field staff.
• Maintain strong client relationships by serving as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project costs, manage change orders, monitor financial performance, and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, proactively addressing risks, challenges, and resource needs.
• Participate in design-build planning efforts to ensure project designs align with client objectives and budget requirements.
• Conduct project meetings and provide regular updates to clients, stakeholders, and internal leadership.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, contract requirements, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, with workload varying based on project size and complexity.

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

• 2+ years of experience leading commercial construction projects from estimating through project completion.
• Strong background in commercial, industrial, healthcare, or corporate interior renovation projects.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Comfortable taking ownership of projects from pre-construction, estimating, procurement, and buyout through closeout.
• Experienced reviewing construction documents, specifications, and performing quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Strong knowledge of subcontractor management, project scheduling, change orders, and budget tracking.
• Excellent communicator who works effectively with clients, field teams, designers, architects, and subcontractors.
• Team-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative design-build environment.
• Self-motivated and accountable with the ability to work independently and make sound project decisions.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable and capable of managing both small fast-track projects and larger, more complex renovations.
• Experience working with self-perform construction teams is highly preferred.
• Positive, humble attitude that aligns with our client's collaborative, "no ego" culture.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality projects and building long-term client relationships.

What's On Offer

• Competitive base salary up to $120,000, based on experience.
• Strong project pipeline and backlog, providing long-term stability and career growth opportunities.
• Award-winning company culture built around teamwork, accountability, and employee support.
• Commitment to employee well-being, including 4 hours per week for wellness activities during the workday.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, retirement, and paid time off benefits (details available upon request).

Quote job ref: JN-112026-7141912