Project Manager – Municipal Construction

Location: Green Bay, WI

Industry: General Construction | Municipal Projects

About the Opportunity

A well-established construction company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee ground-up municipal construction projects in the Green Bay, Wisconsin area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional with experience managing public-sector projects and a strong understanding of self-perform construction operations. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach to project management, with the ability to coordinate field operations, manage project financials, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage ground-up municipal construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout.

• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, contracts, procurement, and overall project execution.

• Oversee self-perform construction activities, coordinating labor, equipment, materials, and field resources.

• Work closely with Superintendents, field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and project owners.

• Monitor project costs, review financial reports, and implement strategies to maintain profitability.

• Develop and maintain project schedules while identifying potential delays and developing corrective action plans.

• Review plans, specifications, submittals, and construction documents to identify discrepancies and resolve issues.

• Manage subcontractor scopes, contracts, change orders, and payment applications.

• Ensure projects comply with applicable building codes, safety regulations, contract requirements, and quality standards.

• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with owners and project stakeholders.

• Identify and manage project risks while proactively resolving construction challenges.

• Oversee project documentation, inspections, punch lists, and final closeout activities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Project Manager in commercial, municipal, or public-sector construction.

• Experience managing ground-up construction projects.

• Self-perform construction experience is strongly preferred.

• Understanding of construction budgets, scheduling, subcontractor management, and project financials.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.

• Experience coordinating with field teams and managing day-to-day project execution.

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining project quality and profitability.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $100,000–$120,000, depending on experience.

• Opportunity to manage ground-up municipal construction projects.

• Collaborative environment with direct involvement in project planning, field operations, and execution.

Interested in Learning More?

If you're an experienced construction Project Manager with a background in municipal projects and self-perform operations, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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