Project Manager | Milwaukee, WI

Berglund Construction Company; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Berglund Construction Company in Milwaukee is seeking a Project Manager - Restoration to lead complex restoration projects. Your role will involve managing all phases from preconstruction to closeout while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

We value strong client relationships and seek a candidate with proven project management experience in restoration. Competitive benefits and a commitment to professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ project management experience with emphasis on restoration projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Strong understanding of historic building materials and restoration practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of restoration projects from award through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and procurement plans.
• Conduct job site visits to monitor progress and ensure quality.

Skills

Project Management

Restoration Techniques

Client Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Build More Than Projects. Build Your Future with an Exceptional Team.

At Berglund Construction, our success is driven by people who care deeply about their work, their teammates, and the communities they serve. We create an environment where collaboration, accountability, continuous learning, and innovation are encouraged at every level.

When you join Berglund, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, develop professionally, and contribute to a company that values relationships as much as results. We believe that when our people thrive, our projects do too.

Come build your future with a team that's committed to excellence, growth, safety and making a lasting impact.

About the Role

The Project Manager - Restoration is responsible for leading complex restoration, preservation, and adaptive reuse projects from preconstruction through closeout while serving as a trusted partner to our clients. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. In addition to project execution, the Project Manager actively cultivates strong client relationships to drive repeat business, long-term partnerships, and overall customer satisfaction.

The Project Manager - Restoration reports to the Vice President and works closely with leadership, assistant project managers, superintendents, and field personnel across all Berglund Construction operations.

What You’ll Accomplish

Project Management & Execution

• Manage all phases of restoration and preservation projects from award through final completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, work plans and production controls.
• Lead project teams including superintendents, subcontractors, consultants, and internal support staff.
• Coordinate sequencing and logistics for projects with complex phasing, tight access, or occupancy requirements.
• Conduct regular job site visits to monitor progress, production, quality, and safety.
• Oversee project closeout, punch list completion, and warranty follow-up.

Restoration & Preservation Expertise

• Oversee work involving historic masonry, stone, terra cotta, facades, structural stabilization, and specialty restorative scopes.
• Collaborate closely with preservation architects, engineers, conservators, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with historic preservation standards, project specifications, and applicable guidelines.
• Identify existing conditions, assess risk, and proactively resolve unforeseen field conditions.

Client Relationship Development & Business Growth

• Serve as primary point of client contact and trusted advisor for clients.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships through proactive communication and responsiveness.
• Identify opportunities for additional services or future projects with existing clients.
• Lead AOC (owner, architect and contractor) meetings, consultant coordination meetings, and internal project reviews by preparing and presenting project updates, cost forecasts, and schedule milestones.
• Represent the company in a professional manner at client meetings, networking events, and industry functions.
• Ensure a high level of client satisfaction by anticipating needs, resolving concerns promptly, and delivering positive overall project experience.
• Collaborate with leadership to support repeat business and referral opportunities.
• Manage and prepare project budgets and cost forecasts.
• Review subcontractor bids and negotiate contracts.
• Approve invoices and manage pay applications.
• Track change orders and ensure proper documentation.
• Monitor job cost reports and maintain profitability goals.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Champion jobsite safety and ensure adherence to company and regulatory safety standards.
• Implement quality control processes specific to commercial construction work.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, permits, and reporting.
• Develop production goals and track progress throughout the project.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ project management experience with strong emphasis on restoration, preservation, or renovation projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Strong understanding of historic building materials, construction techniques, and restoration best practices.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, trade partners and internal teams.
• Proficiency in project management software: Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam, etc.
• OSHA knowledge and commitment to job site safety.

Preferred Characteristics

• Relationship-driven with strong customer service orientation.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strategic thinker with business development awareness.
• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.

Proactive detailed-oriented problem solver with sound decision-making skills.

• Holds true to Berglund Construction’s core values:
• Client Focus
• Respect for the Individual
• Combination of office and active construction site environments.
• Travel to project sites as required.

What We Offer You

Berglund Construction offers a comprehensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. Eligible employees are offered 401(k) with company match, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off, peer recognition program; and more.

Berglund Construction provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

*The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screening.*

*This position is not eligible for sponsorship.*

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