Senior Project Manager, Commercial Construction

Overview

Lead and manage $25M+ commercial construction projects from preconstruction to closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• procurement
• cost control
• budget management
• jobsite inspection
• closeout
• lean

Tasks

-Lead subcontractor procurement and negotiation -Manage financial outcomes through cost control and forecasting -Lead by example—modeling safety, integrity, and teamwork -Motivate and develop project engineers, superintendents, and other team members -Ensure safety protocols and procedures are followed at all times -Successfully manage projects exceeding $25 million -Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and forecasts -Support business development by identifying new opportunities and participating in presentations and interviews -Conduct regular jobsite inspections for compliance and quality assurance -Address variances promptly with clear documentation and corrective action -Direct closeout, commissioning, and turnover to ensure client satisfaction -Oversee all phases of construction to deliver safe, high-quality, on-budget, and on-schedule projects -Foster collaboration and accountability within project teams -Monitor performance, resolve conflicts, and ensure compliance with contract documents and safety standards -Cultivate trusted relationships with clients and partners -Negotiate and secure repeat and referral work -Apply Lean principles to improve performance and eliminate waste

Requirements

• leadership
• estimating
• 10+ yrs
• communication
• pm software
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-Willingness to work from offices and project sites between Milwaukee and Madison -Proven ability to lead large, complex projects—ideally in healthcare, education, institutional, or mixed-use markets -Strong business acumen and working knowledge of preconstruction, estimating, and bidding -10–15 years of progressive experience managing commercial construction projects -Communicate clearly and proactively across all project levels -Proficiency in project management and collaboration software -Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

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About Pepper Construction Group

-Pepper is known for its innovative use of technology, such as building information modeling (BIM), to enhance efficiency and project outcomes. -They specialize in a wide range of sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, healthcare, education, and transportation. -Pepper has completed notable projects across the U.S., including multi-story office buildings, educational campuses, and healthcare facilities. -The company prioritizes collaborative partnerships, working closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. -Pepper’s track record includes a variety of iconic projects, such as state-of-the-art medical centers and large-scale infrastructure developments.

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-pepper does not sponsor work visas.