Construction Project Manager

Are you looking for meaningful and energizing work? A job where you feel connected to a mission and motivated to make a difference? At Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity, we believe everyone deserves a decent place to live. We are a non‑profit organization that builds homes in the city of Milwaukee. As part of our engaged and passionate team, you'll help power our mission to bring people together to build homes, communities and hope.

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Department:
Construction

Reports To:

Senior Project Manager

Full Time, Salaried/Exempt M-F

Mission & Vision: Seeking to put God’s love into action, Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Our vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

The Construction Project Manager I oversees assigned residential construction projects from pre‑construction through homeowner closing. This role is responsible for project execution, contractor coordination, milestone accountability, budget tracking, and operational coordination across assigned projects. The Project Manager I supports Milwaukee Habitat’s volunteer‑led construction model by coordinating closely with field leadership and operational support teams.

• Manage assigned project schedules and milestone completion
• Coordinate subcontractors, inspections, and material readiness
• Ensure projects remain aligned with CO and closing targets
• Monitor project budgets and cost controls

• Coordinate project‑level subcontractor scheduling and execution
• Ensure subcontractors understand project scopes and expectations
• Escalate contractor performance concerns appropriately

Coordinate with:

• Project Manager
• Construction field team
• Family Services
• Volunteer Services

• Maintain accurate project documentation
• Ensure compliance with grant/funding requirements
• Approve and process project invoices

• Support homeowner communication during construction process
• Coordinate homeowner walkthroughs and project readiness milestones

• Homes on schedule
• Inspection pass rate
• Open project issues
• Material readiness delays
• CO forecast variance

Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be required.

Education/

Experience:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
• Post‑secondary degree preferred
• Minimum 2 years residential construction project management experience or 1 year with Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity
• Experience working with contractors
• Experience supporting volunteer‑based construction preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Valid Wisconsin driver license and good driving record
• Strong personal and written communication skills to work across departments and with various levels of management.
• Ability to manage a high‑production construction schedule with multiple deadlines, in‑house and outside resources, and interdepartmental coordination.
• Able to work well with all staff and volunteers.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, perform manual tasks, and move about rough terrain at site locations.
• Computer literacy with experience in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Capable of managing projects, processes, deadlines, shifting priorities, and a budget while adhering to the policies and procedures of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high level of ethics, integrity, and initiative.
• Ability to articulate Milwaukee Habitat’s mission and the critical need for safe, decent and affordable housing in Milwaukee to donors, prospects, volunteers and other stakeholders.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity is the local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a global nonprofit housing organization. Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity helps families invest in the stability and equity of home ownership.

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity affirms its social and legal commitment to promote an atmosphere and environment that recognizes the principle and practice of equal employment opportunity. Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, status with regards to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.