Senior Project Manager

Milwaukee Succeeds; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) contributions

Profit sharing

Generous PTO

Paid parental leave

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Findorff, a leading construction firm based in Milwaukee, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects. You will oversee project management from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring safety and addressing potential risks while fostering a collaborative team environment.

The role demands 10+ years of experience in project management, exceptional negotiation skills, and an advanced understanding of construction methods. Benefits include competitive compensation, profit sharing, and a focus on employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive construction project management experience in commercial construction.
• Established track record of leading project teams with a collaborative, team‑first leadership approach.
• Advanced knowledge of building systems, construction methods, sequencing, and trade coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction projects from early planning through closeout.
• Manage all financial aspects of your projects from preconstruction and estimating through forecasting.
• Provide clear direction and leadership to project teams.

Skills

Construction project management

Negotiation

Risk management

Team leadership

Building systems knowledge

Job description

About Findorff

Findorff is a local construction firm that has proudly served the Milwaukee area for more than 50 years, delivering best‑in‑class construction services to projects of all sizes. We are driven by strong relationships, expert craftsmanship, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive construction project management experience in commercial construction
• Demonstrated success leading large‑scale projects valued at $80M or more from preconstruction through closeout
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage complex project situations with a high level of professionalism and sound judgment
• Advanced knowledge of building systems, construction methods, sequencing, and trade coordination
• Extensive experience with contracts, risk management, and dispute resolution in a commercial construction environment
• Established track record of leading project teams with a collaborative, team‑first leadership approach

Responsibilities

As a Senior Project Manager with Findorff, you'll lead construction projects from early planning through closeout, owning the process, the relationships, and the results. Because our work spans a wide range of project types, sizes, and complexities, no two projects look exactly the same. What stays consistent is your role as a trusted leader and problem solver.

• Apply Construction Expertise: Use your deep understanding of building systems, materials, and construction methods to lead with safety, anticipate and mitigate risks, proactively solve problems, and keep projects moving forward.
• Drive Procurement Efforts: Lead bidding and contracting processes, oversee subcontractor and vendor selection, and manage submittals to keep work aligned with project requirements and timelines.
• Plan and Execute Projects: Develop and maintain project schedules, lead meetings, coordinate with self‑perform teams and subcontractors, and champion safety planning to deliver successful, well‑executed projects.
• Own Financial Performance: Manage all financial aspects of your projects - from preconstruction and estimating through forecasting, cost control, and change management - ensuring strong financial outcomes.
• Lead Project Teams: Provide clear direction and leadership to project teams, fostering strong communication, mentoring team members, resolving conflicts, and building lasting relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders.

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, on‑site fitness center, and strong career development support.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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