Sr. Project Manager - Construction - Burlington, WI

Scherrer Construction Co., Inc.; Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Scherrer Construction Co., Inc. in Burlington, Wisconsin is seeking a Project Manager to oversee diverse construction projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget compliance. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in construction management and a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field. Key responsibilities include managing project teams, developing owner relationships, and leading job progress meetings. The company values integrity, safety, and customer satisfaction, offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in preconstruction/construction management.
• Ability to lead and manage project teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from bid to closeout.
• Develop and manage owner relationships and maintain communication.
• Lead job progress meetings and coordinate with subcontractors.
• Manage project schedule, billing, and documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Education

Bachelor’s in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Scherrer Construction has been providing top-quality and customized construction solutions since 1928. We work closely with our clients to deliver superior craftsmanship that precisely meets their project requirements. With extensive experience in general contractor and construction management services, we cater to various markets such as education, healthcare, industrial, municipal, commercial, religious, and luxury homes.

Scherrer emphasizes team development, integrity, safety, client satisfaction, and a fun work environment. Our commitment to quality is the foundation for our continued success and growth. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and prioritize customer satisfaction and team building, please explore our available positions.

POSITION SCOPE

Scherrer Project Managers plan, direct and oversee our diverse construction projects. They are responsible for ensuring that all work complies with quality, schedule, and budget according to the project scope and requirements. Project managers are the main source of communication between the internal team, partners, subcontractors, and owners, to ensure the project is progressing on schedule and within budget.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage multiple projects in various phases from bid to closeout.
• Manage a project team including superintendent, architect, PC, PE, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop and manage owner relationships and maintain and expand relationships with current and future clients, architects, consultants and other business and community organizations.
• Manage and evaluate bids including pricing and scheduling.
• Plan and manage self-performed trade work (concrete, masonry, and carpentry) and assist with production studies.
• Negotiate subcontracts.
• Assist with conceptual and schematic level estimating.
• Manage the Owner Contract – including negotiations and draft development.
• Manage project schedule including building, updating, troubleshooting, and taking required actions.
• Lead job progress meetings, subcontractor coordination, RFI, PCO and change order generation.
• Co-manage jobsite safety with superintendent.
• Adhere to contracts, local ordinances, and industry standards through constant quality control.
• Track and report project profitability.
• Issue Resolution - timely recognition and action, ensure full resolution.
• Manage billing, change management, costs and profitability, documentation.
• Professionally represent the Scherrer Construction team and brand.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in all phases of the construction process (preconstruction/construction management).
• Experience in all phases of the construction process (preconstruction/construction management), minimum 10+ years.
• Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred.
• Ability to lead and mange project teams.
• Advanced problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Experience with estimating carpentry, concrete and masonry a plus.