Construction Project Manager

Actalent • Milwaukee, WI • 3h ago

On-Site Project Manager - Commercial ConstructionJob Description

We are seeking an experienced On-Site Project Manager to lead the execution of medium-sized commercial construction projects from start to finish. This role has full accountability for jobsite leadership, safety, quality, schedule, and overall financial performance.

The ideal candidate brings strong field experience, proven leadership skills, and a solid understanding of self-perform work, trade coordination, and union job sites. This position is well suited for a construction professional who thrives in a hands-on, on-site leadership role and values collaboration, accountability, and long-term project success.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the on-site Project Manager responsible for project execution, completion, quality, and financial performance

Provide daily jobsite leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality construction operations

Partner with corporate safety teams to develop, implement, and enforce the project safety plan

Develop and manage project controls, procedures, and risk mitigation strategies

Lead change management, tracking scope, schedule, and cost impacts

Manage project financial forecasting, cost tracking, budgets, and reporting

Create and oversee project-specific quality plans and ensure compliance with contract documents

Lead project closeout, including punch lists, documentation, and turnover requirements

Direct and support project teams including superintendents, engineers, and project staff

Train, mentor, and develop direct reports on company processes and jobsite operations

Support subcontracting strategy by developing scopes of work and managing the buyout process

Draft, review, and manage contracts, subcontracts, agreements, and purchase orders

Coordinate insurance and bonding enrollment and ensure trade compliance

Support preconstruction efforts, including estimating select packages and GMP development

Perform constructability and coordination reviews throughout the project lifecycle

Develop and manage CPM schedules and prepare monthly schedule updates

Collaborate with business development teams to support client relationships and pursuits

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, trade partners, and industry contacts

Oversee and support self-perform work, including planning, estimating, and monitoring labor productivity

Apply strong knowledge of labor production and union job site operations

Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable jobsite culture

Required Qualifications

5-10 years of construction project management experience, or equivalent education/experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred)

Strong understanding of commercial construction project management and jobsite operations

Proven ability to manage project financials, forecasting, budgets, and change management

Experience developing and managing CPM schedules

Demonstrated leadership ability to build and motivate high-performing teams

Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills

Ability to delegate, set priorities, and hold teams accountable

Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office

Experience managing self-perform scopes with a GC or subcontractor

Strong understanding of labor productivity and union job sites

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing medium-sized commercial projects (retail, pharmaceutical, high-rise, or similar)

Background working with self-performing general contractors

Familiarity with GMP project delivery

Experience with constructability reviews from preconstruction through closeout

Established relationships with clients and trade partners

Experience supporting business development or client presentations

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

401k, full health. Vision, dental. Bonuses

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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