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Job Title: Construction Project Manager

Department: Construction Operations

Reports To: Director of Construction / Senior Project Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Construction Project Manager to lead and oversee commercial construction projects from inception through closeout. This role is responsible for managing subcontractor relationships, coordinating project documentation, ensuring timely completion of deliverables, and maintaining financial accuracy throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, field-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

+ Subcontractor Management: Evaluate subcontractor qualifications and finalize subcontract and purchase order agreements

+ Document Coordination: Review, approve, and manage essential project documentation including shop drawings, mock-up approvals, pre-installation meeting notes, and design clarifications

+ Project Execution: Oversee daily construction activities to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to quality standards

+ Punch List & Closeout: Lead the punch list process, ensuring all items are completed prior to demobilization. Manage project closeout by coordinating walkthroughs with owners and architects, compiling closeout documentation, and securing final sign-offs

+ Financial Oversight: Review and approve invoices and receipts for accuracy. Assist with collections and prepare monthly financial reports to track project performance

+ Communication & Coordination: Maintain organized project files and ensure consistent communication with stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and internal teams

Required Qualifications

+ Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field

+ Minimum 5 years of experience as a Construction Project Manager in commercial construction

+ Proficiency in Procore, RFIs, change order management, and construction documentation

+ Strong understanding of construction processes, scheduling, and budget control

Preferred Skills & Attributes

+ Excellent leadership and team coordination skills

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

+ Effective communication and negotiation skills

+ Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Work Environment

This is a full-time, onsite role requiring presence on project sites across Southeast Wisconsin, Monday through Friday. The Project Manager must be available to oversee progress, coordinate with field teams, and ensure project milestones are met.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.