Senior Project Manager

About the Company

As a Madison builder since 1890, Findorff delivers award-winning construction services to projects of all sizes in Dane County and beyond. We are driven by strong relationships, expert craftsmanship, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive construction project management experience in commercial construction
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale projects valued at $80M or more from preconstruction through closeout
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage complex project situations with a high level of professionalism and sound judgment
• Advanced knowledge of building systems, construction methods, sequencing, and trade coordination
• Extensive experience with contracts, risk management, and dispute resolution in a commercial construction environment
• Established track record of leading project teams with a collaborative, team-first leadership approach

Responsibilities

• Lead construction projects from early planning through closeout, owning the process, relationships, and results
• Apply construction expertise: use deep understanding of building systems, materials, and methods to lead with safety, anticipate and mitigate risks, proactively solve problems, and keep projects moving forward
• Drive procurement efforts: lead bidding and contracting processes, oversee subcontractor and vendor selection, and manage submittals to align with project requirements and timelines
• Plan and execute projects: develop and maintain project schedules, lead meetings, coordinate with self-perform teams and subcontractors, and champion safety planning
• Own financial performance: manage all financial aspects of projects—from preconstruction and estimating through forecasting, cost control, and change management—to ensure strong financial outcomes
• Lead project teams: provide clear direction, foster strong communication, mentor team members, resolve conflicts, and build lasting relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders

Benefits

• Employee-owned (ESOP) to build long-term wealth alongside your career
• Local work with most projects within an hour of your main office
• Stable, predictable backlog driven by long-term client relationships (over 90% repeat clients)
• Diverse portfolio to expand experience across multiple market sectors
• People-first culture grounded in respect, collaboration, and doing the right thing
• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with company contributions and profit sharing
• Generous PTO and paid parental leave
• On-site fitness center and heated parking
• Strong career development support