Construction Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $90,000 - $130,000

At Gardner, we believe commercial construction should feel as welcoming as it is professional. Thats why wedontjust build and remodel we build relationships,rooted in hospitality. Our mission is to set the platinum standard for our clients, partners, and team members by delivering exceptional results while embodying our core values : passion, humility, excellence, empathy, and nimbleness.We bring ahospitality-drivenapproach to every project, ensuring that every interaction is thoughtful, responsive, and human-centered.

As Project Manager, you may work across any of our market focuses, includingHealthcare, Commercial Interiors, Industrial, Higher Education, Historical / Repositioning, Mission-Critical, and / or Life Sciences.

Who You Are

Youre anatural leaderwho thrives on collaboration, communication, and solving complex challenges. Youre not just managing construction projectsyoure fostering relationships, keeping people connected, and ensuring that every detail reflects care and intention.Relationships are the core of your work.You serve as the trusted advisor and liaison for our clients, providing hospitality at every step of the process. Youre known for staying calm under pressure, making informed decisions, and bringing out the best in your team. Most importantly, you believe that how the work gets done matters just as much as the outcome.

How Youll Contribute

As a Project Manager, youll guide commercial construction projects from start to finish, ensuring everything runs smoothly, safely, and on budget. Youll be the bridge between clients, designers, trade partners, and your own internal teambuilding trust, resolving conflicts, and ensuring everyone is aligned. Some of your key responsibilities include :

• Lead the project team in planning and execution from preconstruction through closeout.
• Oversee schedules, budgets, contracts, and trade partner coordination to ensure successful delivery.
• Manager all financial aspects of the project : bidding, estimating, change orders, pay applications, trade partner and material invoices
• Maintain transparent communication with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Support and mentoring project engineers and superintendents.
• Manage project risk through proactive issue resolution and consistent follow-through.
• Champion a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain consistent and effective communication with all team members, including leading weekly OAC project meetings and procurement meetings
• Generate project leads through ongoing professional relationships with owner and design communities
• Participate in proposal presentations, representing Gardners vision, mission, and experience

What Success Looks Like

Youll know youre succeeding when :

What Youll Bring

What Will Set You Apart

Why Join Gardner Builders?

We are proud to be recognized as :

by Milwaukee Business Journal

Ourculture-first approachencourages personal and professional growth, an EOS-led structure, and acommitmentto building a workplace where everyone feels valued, challenged and loves coming to work.

Compensation & Benefits

Generous paid time off, paid sabbatical leave, paid bereavement leave, paid parental leave, free onsite fitness facility, and regular company and team outings.

Interview Process

Our process typically includes three conversations (phone and in-person) to ensure a mutual fit.

Pre-Employment Screening

Drug screen and background check required.

Other Items to Note

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This role is primarily office-based but may occasionally require visits to active construction sites. Candidates should be comfortable sitting for extended periods during computer work, meetings, and travel by car or plane. The ability to lift up to 20 pounds is needed to move materials or equipment as required. Regular use of hands for typing, writing, and using a mouse is expected, along with clear communication skills and the ability to read color-coded charts and graphs. When visiting jobsites, team members may encounter dust, uneven terrain, changing weather conditions, and temperature extremes. Reasonable accommodations can be made to support individuals with disabilities.