What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - Special Projects Group position at Findorff?
Findorff is a local construction firm that has proudly served the Milwaukee area for more than 50 years, delivering best-in-class construction services to projects of all sizes. We are driven by strong relationships, expert craftsmanship, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve.
What We Are Looking For
As a Project Manager within Findorff's Special Project Group, you’ll independently lead projects from early planning through closeout while building strong relationships with clients, project teams, and trade partners. You’ll combine technical construction expertise, financial leadership, and client service to help deliver exceptional project experiences and results.
Diversity matters. Findorff recognizes the talents of all, appreciating the different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that make us a stronger company and partner for the communities we live and work in.
Findorff provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
What We Are Looking For
- 5 years of construction project management experience in commercial construction
- Experience independently managing commercial construction projects up to $2M from preconstruction through closeout
- Strong financial management experience, including budgeting, forecasting, cost projections, cash flow, buyout, and change management
- Broad knowledge of building systems, construction methods, contract terms, project risk, and sequencing
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships while serving as a trusted point of contact
As a Project Manager within Findorff's Special Project Group, you’ll independently lead projects from early planning through closeout while building strong relationships with clients, project teams, and trade partners. You’ll combine technical construction expertise, financial leadership, and client service to help deliver exceptional project experiences and results.
- Lead Projects from Start to Finish: Guide projects from early planning and preconstruction through completion, including budgeting, bidding, procurement, contracts, RFIs, submittals, schedules, meetings, documentation, and closeout activities.
- Build Strong Client Relationships: Serve as a key point of contact for clients, understand their goals and expectations, proactively address concerns, and help create a positive owner experience throughout the project.
- Manage Project Financials: Lead buyout, subcontractor and change order negotiations, forecasting, cost control, monthly financial reporting, and owner payment processes.
- Partner with Field Teams: Work closely with Superintendents and field personnel to support scheduling, safety, quality, productivity, and project execution.
- Lead and Develop Others: Help organize and guide project teams, delegate effectively, mentor and coach others, and create an environment built on accountability, respect, and collaboration.
- Support Business Development: Build relationships, participate in client and proposal opportunities, support interviews, and represent Findorff in the community.
- Employee-owned (ESOP) to build long-term wealth alongside your career
- Local work with most projects within an hour of your main office
- Stable, predictable backlog driven by long-term client relationships with over 90% of our work with repeat clients
- Diverse portfolio to expand your experience across multiple market sectors
- People-first culture grounded in respect, collaboration, and doing the right thing
Diversity matters. Findorff recognizes the talents of all, appreciating the different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that make us a stronger company and partner for the communities we live and work in.
Findorff provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.