Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager – Owners Representative

Milwaukee, WI

• Source and secure new development sites aligned with the company strategy.
• Conduct due diligence, including feasibility studies, zoning, environmental assessments, and risk evaluations.
• Work with local operations to assess site feasibility and design initial site plans with civil engineers.
• Negotiate Purchase and Sale Agreements (PSAs) and Lease Agreements with legal counsel support.
• Maintain deal summaries and acquisition reports for leadership.

• Lead full entitlement process including rezoning, permits, variances, and environmental approvals.
• Serve as the main liaison with municipalities, utilities, DOT, water management districts, and local agencies.
• Attend pre‑application meetings and coordinate with community stakeholders.
• Work through permitting processes for both ground‑up builds and remodels.

• Prepare and review bid packages, issue RFPs, and manage bid processes.
• Select and manage architects, engineers, and consultants; negotiate contracts and oversee deliverables.
• Review all construction documents including civil, MEP, architectural, and structural plans.
• Ensure designs align with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct site surveys and develop scopes of work for remodels of existing buildings. Use software such as Bluebeam to mark up plans and manage revisions.

• Develop and manage project budgets across acquisition, entitlement, design, and pre‑construction.
• Forecast project costs and manage contingencies. Evaluate and approve change orders; review and audit contractor pay applications.
• Provide cost tracking and reporting at key milestones.

• Collaborate with internal pre‑construction teams to develop early budgets and transition projects into construction.
• Support general contractor (GC) procurement and monitor construction progress. Oversee compliance with building timelines, standards, and contract terms.
• Participate in weekly project meetings to evaluate cost, schedule, and design.

• Manage project closeout including punch lists, warranty processes, and 11‑month inspections.
• Maintain and organize all project files and ensure data backup.
• Coordinate external vendor documentation post‑project.

• Competitive compensation: base salary plus quarterly bonus potential.
• Company‑provided truck or vehicle allowance (USD 800/mo).
• Company‑provided cell phone or phone stipend.
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full‑time employees.
• Generous PTO + paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Gym membership stipend and wellness programs.
• Company events and food truck nights.
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year.
• Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities.

You want to be part of a team that’s transforming the industry to make it safer, more secure, and more productive. You bring grit, heart, and humility to your work, and you’re excited about the opportunity to grow within a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

• See challenges as opportunities.
• Embrace change and continuous improvement.
• Bring energy, effort, and optimism every day.

Your career started in a trade such as electrician, carpenter, roofing, plumber, etc., and over time you advanced to overseeing construction projects. In the past 5 years, you have grown to oversee multiple construction projects simultaneously within commercial or industrial construction; ideally across multiple states.

The Construction Project Manager duties include coordinating construction project resources and tracking project progress against established timelines and schedules. You will ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and to specification, and act as a liaison between the client and project team members regarding changes or problems. You will select, negotiate with, and coordinate the work of vendors, contractors, or subcontractors and be responsible for material management and delivery scheduling tasks in support of assigned…