Building Services Project Manager

Are you a dynamic leader ready to drive high-impact commercial design projects from concept to completion?

Axiom Consultants-a 100% employee-owned firm and part of Ruekert & Mielke-is seeking a Project Manager to join our growing team. This position is ideal for an experienced project manager, coordinator, or job captain with a background in engineering, architecture, or construction, and a broad-based planning, design, and construction skillset in the development and construction of sites and buildings. You'll coordinate and manage in-house multidisciplinary engineering teams and work closely with architectural subconsultants to deliver thoughtful, efficient solutions for our clients.

In this role, you'll independently manage a variety of large-scale commercial and private design projects across Iowa, Eastern Illinois, and Wisconsin-from planning and due diligence to construction closeout. You'll be the driving force behind schedules, coordination, and quality, ensuring smooth collaboration between in-house engineers and architectural partners. At Axiom, you'll take on challenges that demand critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and a forward-thinking approach-while growing as part of a team that truly values employee ownership.

Available Locations:

Waukesha, WI

Madison, WI

Green Bay, WI

Racine, WI

What You'll Gain:

• Project variety & leadership experience across commercial, private, and institutional sectors
• A collaborative, people-first culture that encourages creativity, mentorship, and flexibility
• A strong foundation for long-term professional growth and ownership

Goals & Responsibilities

This position includes, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams from planning through construction closeout
• Develop and manage design proposals, contracts, and project schedules
• Coordinate internal engineering teams and external consultants from a variety of disciplines including architectural consultants
• Direct deliverables throughout all design phases (SD/DD/CD)
• Manage client relationships and lead regular progress updates and construction meetings
• Ensure QA/QC of plan production and specifications (Master Format 3-Part)
• Oversee permitting, contractor coordination, and owner's representation services
• Administer construction documents: RFIs, submittals, ITCs, pay apps, and punch lists
• Participate in business development and support strategic firm growth

Qualifications & Skills

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following education, experience, and abilities:

Required:

• Associate's Degree in a related field
• Valid Driver's License
• Experience with:
  Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Project, One Note, Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point
• Knowledge of the engineering and architectural design process, permitting, construction, and municipal standards
• Proven experience in team leadership, spec writing, and client coordination
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with a high level of professionalism and attention to detail

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline
• Familiarity with Pro Core, Submittal Exchange, Field Wire, and Com Check
• Working knowledge of civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering concepts
• Understanding of the International Building Code and commercial construction standards
• Experience in architectural/interior design coordination

Benefits

Axiom Consultants is proud to be 100% employee owned. Our flexible working environment, engaged culture, and in-depth training and mentoring program are just a few of the reasons why we are consistently named the Best Engineering Company of the Corridor (Iowa City - Cedar Rapids metro area). We offer a highly competitive compensation program and unique benefits, including:

• Employee stock ownership plan
• Performance bonuses
• Extra hours bonuses
• Remote/flexible hours
• Generous personal time off and holiday programs
• Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Prepaid legal services
• Employee Assistance…