Project Manager - Retail Construction - Milwaukee

Michael Page US; Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contracting firm in Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee retail and light commercial projects. The role involves managing all pre-construction activities, preparing estimates, and ensuring successful project execution while maintaining strong client relationships. Competitive salary and attractive benefits are offered to the right candidate.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

3+ weeks PTO + Federal holidays

1 day WFH per week

Company car + gas card

Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision

Strong yearly bonuses

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience required.
• Enthusiasm for retail and light commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage pre-construction activities and project schedules.
• Prepare estimates and manage bidding.
• Work with superintendents to ensure compliance.

Skills

Construction management

Client relationship management

Project scheduling

Education

4 year degree

Job description

• Stellar growth track with senior leadership potential
• Opportunity to work for a value-driven contractor

About Our Client

My client is a highly respected, family-owned GC specializing in ground-up retail construction. Over the past 8 decades they have cultivated a highly impressive client list that includes national home-name brands.

At a Glance:

• Light commercial/retail firm based in the greater Milwaukee area
• Mostly ground-up work with renovations as well.
• Average project size of $1m
• People-focused, the firm believes in the power of relationships and connections with its workers and clients
• Tight-knit team, they are a frim that prides itself on its family-feel culture.

Job Description

• Manage pre-construction activities.
• Prepare estimates and manage bidding for lump sum and negotiated contracts.
• Prepare project schedules.
• Negotiate, award and prepare subcontract agreements.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Work in conjunction with project field superintendents to ensure compliance and successful project completion.
• Project cost and change management.
• Project close out
• Knowledge of all relevant safety guidelines and regulations

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

Must Haves:

• 5+ years of construction experience
• Enthusiasm to do retail and light commercial projects

Nice to Haves:

• 4 year degree
• Estimating experience
• Ground up experience
• Ability to handle large pipelien of projects

What's on Offer

For the right candidate my client is prepared to offer

• Extremely competitive base up to 125k
• Strong yearly bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• 3+ weeks PTO + Federal holidays
• 1 day WFH per week
• Company car + gas card
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vission