Project Manager – Design-Build (Hybrid | Greater Milwaukee Area)
Industrial Food Facilities | National Project Portfolio
A design-build consulting group specializing in complex, large-scale food production and cold chain environments is adding a Project Manager to its Wisconsin-based team. This role blends office collaboration (3 days/week) with field exposure and national project travel.
You’ll be responsible for driving projects from early planning through final turnover - owning schedule, budget, coordination, and execution. Travel is part of the job, typically in short bursts (1–3 days), with some longer-term project assignments depending on scope.
What You’ll Own
This is a full lifecycle project leadership role - not just coordination.
- Lead projects from conceptual planning through construction completion and client handoff
- Coordinate across internal teams (design, estimating, construction) and external partners (engineers, subcontractors, vendors)
- Build and manage project schedules, budgets, and execution plans
- Oversee subcontractor performance, procurement activities, and material tracking
- Run project meetings and maintain alignment between stakeholders
- Review shop drawings, submittals, and payment requests for accuracy and compliance
- Manage cost control and ensure projects hit financial targets
- Maintain direct client communication and accountability for delivery quality
- Guide and mentor junior project staff, including performance oversight
What You Bring
You need to be comfortable owning outcomes, not just tasks.
- Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field
- 5–10 years of experience managing construction or design-build projects
- Strong understanding of construction workflows, budgeting, and scheduling
- Working knowledge of building codes and industry standards
- Experience managing multiple stakeholders across design and construction phases
- Ability to operate independently while keeping leadership informed
Tools & Technical Exposure
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook
- Familiarity with construction/project management platforms (Procore, Sage, or similar) is a plus
- Experience reviewing technical drawings and construction documentation
What Helps You Stand Out
- Background in food production, distribution, refrigeration, or temperature-controlled facilities
- Experience with complex industrial or process-driven environments
- Exposure to design-build delivery models
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is a bonus, not a requirement
Work Structure & Travel
- Hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 remote) in the greater Milwaukee area
- Travel required for project work, including site visits, coordination meetings, and inspections
- Project assignments may span several months up to ~2 years depending on scope
Core Traits for Success
- Strong communicator who can keep multiple groups aligned
- Highly organized with tight attention to detail
- Adaptable in fast-moving project environments
- Comfortable making decisions and owning results
- Capable of leading teams and holding others accountable