Senior Project Manager
On-siteMadison, Wisconsin, United States or Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Job Summary
Manage capital projects across transportation, infrastructure, and vertical building programs in the Madison, Wisconsin market by supervising design and construction management activities. Direct cost management through budget analysis, cash flow monitoring, and contract performance tracking while maintaining overall project schedules using CPM software. Oversee quality assurance via field inspections and design reviews, and handle contract administration including permitting, vendor agreements, and documentation. Serve as the owner's liaison to contractors, designers, and regulatory agencies, while maintaining client relationships and participating in business development presentations. Requires 10+ years of experience managing complex projects with travel to sites across Wisconsin.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience managing capital projects or programs
- at least 5 years in a lead Project Manager role overseeing project teams and/or subordinate PMs
- Experience managing projects in one or more of the following: transportation/highway infrastructure (state DOT, FHWA-funded, or municipal roadway programs), higher education or institutional building construction, or public/government facilities
- Experience with public-sector or public-agency clients, including familiarity with public bidding, procurement, and contract administration processes
- Working knowledge of project controls fundamentals — cost management, CPM scheduling (Primavera P6, MS Project), and quality/risk management
- Experience serving as an owner's representative or construction manager, coordinating design teams, contractors, and regulatory agencies
- Willingness and ability to travel to project sites across Wisconsin (and occasionally the broader region) as needed, including overnight travel
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related field preferred
- equivalent combination of education and experience
- Familiarity with WisDOT processes, University of Wisconsin System capital planning, or comparable state/institutional frameworks
- PMP, PE, or CCM certification
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