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About the job

Build More Than Projects. Build Your Future with an Exceptional Team.

At Berglund Construction, our success is driven by people who care deeply about their work, their teammates, and the communities they serve. We create an environment where collaboration, accountability, continuous learning, and innovation are encouraged at every level.

When you join Berglund, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, develop professionally, and contribute to a company that values relationships as much as results. We believe that when our people thrive, our projects do too.

About the Role

The Project Manager - Restoration is responsible for leading complex restoration, preservation, and adaptive reuse projects from preconstruction through closeout while serving as a trusted partner to our clients. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. In addition to project execution, the Project Manager actively cultivates strong client relationships to drive repeat business, long-term partnerships, and overall customer satisfaction.

The Project Manager - Restoration reports to the Vice President and works closely with leadership, assistant project managers, superintendents, and field personnel across all Berglund Construction operations.

What You’ll Accomplish

• Project Management & Execution
• Manage all phases of restoration and preservation projects from award through final completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, work plans and production controls.
• Lead project teams including superintendents, subcontractors, consultants, and internal support staff.
• Cook up sequencing and logistics for projects with complex phasing, tight access, or occupancy requirements.
• Conduct regular job site visits to monitor progress, production, quality, and safety.
• Oversee project closeout, punch list completion, and warranty follow-up.
• Restoration & Preservation Expertise
• Oversee work involving historic masonry, stone, terra cotta, facades, structural stabilization, and specialty restorative scopes.
• Collaborate closely with preservation architects, engineers, conservators, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with historic preservation standards, project specifications, and applicable guidelines.
• Identify existing conditions, assess risk, and proactively resolve unforeseen field conditions.
• Client Relationship Development & Business Growth
• Serve as primary point of client contact and trusted advisor for clients.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships through proactive communication and responsiveness.
• Identify opportunities for additional services or future projects with existing clients.
• Lead AOC (owner, architect and contractor) meetings, consultant coordination meetings, and internal project reviews by preparing and presenting project updates, cost forecasts, and schedule milestones.
• Represent the company in a professional manner at client meetings, networking events, and industry functions.
• Ensure a high level of client satisfaction by anticipating needs, resolving concerns promptly, and delivering positive overall project experience.
• Collaborate with leadership to support repeat business and referral opportunities.
• Financial & Contract Management
• Manage and prepare project budgets and cost forecasts.
• Review subcontractor bids and negotiate contracts.
• Approve invoices and manage pay applications.
• Track change orders and ensure proper documentation.
• Monitor job cost reports and maintain profitability goals.
• Safety, Quality & Compliance
• Champion jobsite safety and ensure adherence to company and regulatory safety standards.
• Implement quality control processes specific to commercial construction work.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, permits, and reporting.
• Develop production goals and track progress throughout the project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ project management experience with strong emphasis on restoration, preservation, or renovation projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Strong understanding of historic building materials, construction techniques, and restoration best practices.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, trade partners and internal teams.
• Proficiency in project management software: Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam, etc.
• OSHA knowledge and commitment to job site safety.

Preferred Characteristics

• Relationship-driven with strong customer service orientation.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strategic thinker with business development awareness.
• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Proactive detailed-oriented problem solver with sound decision-making skills.
• Holds true to Berglund Construction’s core values:
• Operation Excellence
• Can Do Attitude
• Client Focus
• Respect for the Individual

Work Environment

A combination of office and active construction site environments. Travel to project sites as required.

What We Offer You

• A comprehensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally.
• We provide competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future.
• Eligible employees are offered 401(k) with company match, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off, peer recognition program; and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Berglund Construction provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.