Project Manager - Construction

CRB•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

The Project Manager - Construction leads construction execution for complex, technically demanding projects for CRB clients. The role is accountable for safety, field coordination, subcontractor performance, schedule, cost, quality, change management, and client communication. It is construction-forward and requires driving work in the field while coordinating with superintendents, trade partners, design and engineering teams, project controls, procurement, and commissioning stakeholders. The project manager ensures delivery aligns with CRB’s technical execution, client service, and financial performance standards. Single or multiple project assignments may be required. CRB is a privately held provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting solutions for the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. It designs and builds facilities and delivers solutions for clients, employees, and communities. CRB offers a complete and competitive benefits package designed to meet individual and family needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent construction project management experience.
Minimum of five years of applicable construction project management experience.
Demonstrated experience managing field construction execution, subcontractor coordination, project schedule, budget, change management, and client-facing project communication.
Construction-first mindset and ability to lead in active field environments and make timely, practical decisions that keep work moving safely and efficiently.
Strong understanding of construction sequencing, site logistics, trade coordination, RFIs, submittals, procurement, change orders, cost reporting, and schedule management.
Ability to partner effectively with design, engineering, procurement, construction, safety, quality, and commissioning teams.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, including the ability to manage trade partners, internal teams, and client stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Experience on large-scale industrial, manufacturing, life sciences, food and beverage, or other technically complex facility projects is preferred.
Experience supporting heavy construction, major renovation, expansion, greenfield, brownfield, or fast-track project delivery is strongly preferred.
Industry certifications such as PMP, LEED, CCM, or other construction/project management credentials are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead construction projects through planning, preconstruction, field execution, turnover, and closeout while aligning with project objectives, contract requirements, CRB standards, and client expectations.
Drive site-level coordination with superintendents, trade contractors, suppliers, project controls, safety, quality, procurement, design, and commissioning teams.
Manage project scope, budget, schedule, change events, RFIs, submittals, procurement status, construction documentation, risk items, and project reporting.
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring construction activities are planned and executed with safety, quality, and operational discipline at the forefront.
Lead subcontractor and trade partner coordination, including performance management, issue resolution, sequencing, productivity tracking, and alignment to project milestones.
Serve as a primary client-facing construction leader, maintaining clear communication, building trust, and supporting long-term client relationships.
Coordinate with CRB’s integrated design and construction teams to resolve constructability issues, manage field changes, and support efficient project delivery.
Maintain accountability for project financial performance, including cost forecasting, change management, schedule impacts, and timely escalation of risks or constraints.