Construction Project Manager

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Project Manager for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Madison, WI
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We are looking for an experienced, highly organized Construction Project Manager to lead a multi-phase project from initiation through closeout. This role is responsible for overseeing all phases of construction, managing subcontractors, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring compliance with rigorous quality and safety standards.

• Title: Construction Project Manager
• Location: Madison, WI
• Duration: 9 months (possible extension/conversion based on performance and budget)
• Hourly Rate on W2: $60-$67/hr (depending on experience)

• Project Planning:
  Define project scope, deliverables, and specifications; prepare construction estimates; and manage budgets.
• Scheduling & Logistics:
  Develop detailed construction schedules with milestones and coordinate the movement of resources, materials, and heavy equipment.
• Contract Management:
  Prepare bids, negotiate contracts with general contractors and subcontractors, and manage change orders.
• Compliance & Permitting:
  Secure and issue required permits and ensure all work complies with local, state, 29 CFR 1926 OHSA regulations and national building codes as well as environmental regulations.
• Safety & Quality Control:
  Enforce safety procedures, conduct safety inspections, maintain OSHA standards across contractors, and oversee quality assurance and quality control programs.

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) with 4+ years of construction project management experience.
• Hands‑on experience issuing/managing construction permits (hot work, surface penetration, work at heights, confined space, etc.) with strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 construction safety regulations.
• Ability to read construction drawings/blueprints and manage projects from planning, scheduling, budgeting, and contractor coordination through completion.
• Experience coordinating daily activities between general contractors, subcontractors, clients, landlords, and city/municipal officials.
• Strong communication, organization, and project management skills with experience using construction/project management software.