Commercial Project Manager

Solid Rock Recruiting•Milwaukee, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Solid Rock Recruiting is partnering with an established commercial specialty subcontractor in the Milwaukee area to hire an experienced Project Manager. The role manages specialty subcontractor projects from contract award through completion, with responsibility for project performance and profitability. The position is based in the Milwaukee / Southeastern Wisconsin market and is field-based, requiring regular interaction with active projects. Commercial painting experience is not required.

Requirements

3–5+ years of Project Management experience, preferably with a specialty subcontractor.
Strong construction background and understanding of subcontractor project operations.
Proven ability to manage projects profitably.
Comfort working directly with general contractors, customers, field teams, vendors, and subcontractors.
Strong understanding of project budgets, costs, scheduling, billing, and change orders.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
Willingness to work in the field and be hands-on when projects require it.
Proactive, accountable, and able to operate independently.

Nice To Haves

Experience with a specialty subcontractor.
Living reasonably close to Milwaukee.

Responsibilities

Manage commercial subcontractor projects from contract award through final completion.
Own project budgets, schedules, costs, and profitability.
Coordinate with general contractors, customers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
Work with field teams to plan and execute projects, including being in the field when project needs require it.
Monitor project costs, billing, change orders, and financial performance.
Coordinate materials, manpower, scheduling, and production requirements.
Communicate regularly with general contractors, customers, and internal leadership.
Identify potential issues early and develop solutions before they affect projects.
Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to company standards.
Maintain relationships with general contractors and other project stakeholders.
Take ownership of project performance and profitability.