Project Manager - Public Works Construction

Michael Page; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare fully covered

PTO

Car allowance

Gas card

End-of-year bonus

Stock in the business

Job summary

Michael Page in Milwaukee seeks a Project Manager for Public Works Construction to oversee projects from start to finish, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and high quality standards.

This role focuses on delivering complex public works across healthcare, industrial, education, and commercial markets within Wisconsin, offering exposure to major projects in a collaborative, employee-owned environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing public works building and construction projects, including planning, budgeting, and execution.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills to coordinate multiple aspects of a project.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and team members.
• Knowledge of safety standards and compliance requirements in the construction industry.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of public works construction projects, including planning, budgeting, and execution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and team members to ensure smooth project operations.
• Monitor project progress and address any issues or delays promptly.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Prepare and present project updates, reports, and documentation as required.
• Oversee project budgets and ensure financial targets are met.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Project management

Construction knowledge

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Safety compliance

Communication

Job description

The Project Manager - Public Works Construction will oversee and manage public works construction projects from start to finish, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards. This role is based in Milwaukee and focuses on delivering successful outcomes in the construction industry.

Our client is one of Wisconsin's largest and most respected employee-owned construction firms, delivering complex projects across healthcare, industrial, education, commercial, and community-focused markets. Known for its strong culture, financial stability, and commitment to developing future leaders, the company provides team members with exposure to high-profile projects and long-term career growth opportunities. With a diverse backlog and a reputation for excellence throughout the Midwest, they offer the resources of a major contractor while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Description

The Project Manager - Public Works Construction will:

• Manage all phases of public works construction projects, including planning, budgeting, and execution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and team members to ensure smooth project operations.
• Monitor project progress and address any issues or delays promptly.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Prepare and present project updates, reports, and documentation as required.
• Oversee project budgets and ensure financial targets are met.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to ensure satisfaction.

Profile

A successful Project Manager - Public Works Construction should have:

• Experience managing public works building and construction projects, including planning, budgeting, and execution.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills to coordinate multiple aspects of a project.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and team members.
• Knowledge of safety standards and compliance requirements in the construction industry.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 annually.
• End-of-year bonus and stock in the business.
• Healthcare fully covered, including life insurance.
• PTO, car allowance, and gas card provided.
• Additional perks and benefits to support your professional and personal goals.

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.

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.