Construction Project Manager

Overview

Construction Project Manager I — Milwaukee, WI. Tracking Code: . Next 150 Construction, a wholly owned subsidiary of Gilbane, serves as the self-perform, equipment and materials arm for Gilbane Building Company. The on-site project manager supports the overall direction, completion and financial outcomes for various projects across the Midwest. The role involves supervising/mentoring project staff, which may include multiple Project Engineers and Superintendents, and is on-site daily as part of the Next 150 project team and the foundation of a growing organization beyond the project.

Who are we? As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. We are dedicated to delivering projects safely and on-time, and you will have opportunities to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more. We are committed to a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace.

Who are you? You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel, determine priorities, delegate work, and communicate progress. You assess impact, quality and timeliness while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high-performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing and retaining talent to maximize impact. You leverage industry trends and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage.

You deploy a strategic mindset for long-term opportunities and risks. Our core values include Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Tough mindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty and Entrepreneurship.

What’s in it for you? Gilbane offers multi-dimensional training opportunities, including access to Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. You will work with experienced Senior Project Managers and Project Executives on each job site to learn new industry skills daily, while protecting and promoting the interests of Gilbane and the client in all matters.

• Provide leadership in motivating the project team and maintaining a positive work environment
• Manage the project using established project controls and procedures
• Perform constructability and coordination reviews
• Communicate with the construction manager, architects and subcontractors regarding project risk, timetables, costs/budgets, and change management
• Perform pre-construction planning, scheduling, estimating and cost control
• Prepare monthly reports including cost, schedule, safety, cash flow, etc. for internal and/or external use
• Provide jobsite leadership in safety and quality
• Prepare contingency plans for potential risks, expanding contractual services and project profit
• Collaborate with accounting to prepare and review billing
• Attend jobsite coordination meetings
• Coordinate with onsite equipment planner and field crew for material and equipment planning and projections
• Work with field and labor crews on project planning and projections

• EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
  • BS or MS degree in Engineering or Construction Management
  • 3–10 years of Project Management experience on projects valued at $50 million or larger
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
  • Strong technical and communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Knowledge of Procore, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office (preferred)
  • Experience coordinating trades and administering subcontracts
  • Estimating experience preferred
  • Experience in a self-performing environment (having spent time with a self-performing general contractor)
  • Union experience a plus

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package including competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401(k). We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Note:

Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. We will not pay agency fees for unsolicited resumes.

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