Senior Project Manager — Special Projects Group

Findorff; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Local projects

Stable backlog

Diverse portfolio

People-first culture

Competitive compensation

Onsite fitness center

Career development

Job summary

Findorff, a local construction firm serving Milwaukee for over 50 years, seeks a Project Manager for the Special Project Group. You will independently lead commercial projects from planning through closeout, building strong client relationships and delivering exceptional results.

You will manage budgeting, bids, contracts, schedules, and closeout activities, while collaborating with field teams and guiding project teams to success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction project management experience in commercial construction.
• Experience independently managing commercial construction projects up to $2M from preconstruction through closeout.
• Strong financial management experience, including budgeting, forecasting, cost projections, cash flow, buyout, and change management.
• Broad knowledge of building systems, construction methods, contract terms, project risk, and sequencing.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships while serving as a trusted point of contact.

Responsibilities

• Lead Projects from Start to Finish: Guide projects from early planning and preconstruction through completion, including budgeting, bidding, procurement, contracts, RFIs, submittals, schedules, meetings, documentation, and closeout activities.
• Build Strong Client Relationships: Serve as a key point of contact for clients, understand their goals and expectations, proactively address concerns, and help create a positive owner experience throughout the project.
• Manage Project Financials: Lead buyout, subcontractor and change order negotiations, forecasting, cost control, monthly financial reporting, and owner payment processes.
• Partner with Field Teams: Work closely with Superintendents and field personnel to support scheduling, safety, quality, productivity, and project execution.
• Lead and Develop Others: Help organize and guide project teams, delegate effectively, mentor and coach others, and create an environment built on accountability, respect, and collaboration.
• Support Business Development: Build relationships, participate in client and proposal opportunities, support interviews, and represent Findorff in the community.

Skills

PM experience

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow

Contract terms

Job description

Findorff, a local construction firm serving Milwaukee for over 50 years, seeks a Project Manager for the Special Project Group. You will independently lead commercial projects from planning through closeout, building strong client relationships and delivering exceptional results.

You will manage budgeting, bids, contracts, schedules, and closeout activities, while collaborating with field teams and guiding project teams to success.