Construction Project Manager I

About the role

The Construction Project Manager I oversees assigned residential construction projects from pre-construction through homeowner closing. This role is responsible for: project execution, contractor coordination, milestone accountability, budget tracking, and operational coordination across assigned projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee assigned residential construction projects from pre-construction through homeowner closing.
• Manage contractor coordination, milestone accountability, budget tracking, and operational coordination across assigned projects.
• Support Milwaukee Habitat’s volunteer-led construction model by coordinating closely with field leadership and operational support teams.

Qualifications

• Valid Wisconsin driver license and good driving record.
• Strong personal and written communication skills to work across departments and with various levels of management.
• Able to manage a high-production construction schedule with multiple deadlines, in-house and outside resources, and interdepartmental coordination.
• Able to work well with all staff and volunteers.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, perform manual tasks, and move about rough terrain at site locations.
• Computer literacy with experience in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Able to manage projects, processes, deadlines, shifting priorities, and a budget while adhering to the policies and procedures of the organization.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high level of ethics, integrity, and initiative.
• Able to articulate Milwaukee Habitat’s mission and the critical need for safe, decent and affordable housing in Milwaukee to donors, prospects, volunteers and other stakeholders.