Project Development Manager Jobs in Wisconsin
Project Development Manager jobs in Wisconsin are open across Milwaukee, Madison, and Waukesha and other Wisconsin metros, with employers like MBE CPAs, Generac Power Systems, and HOOPER hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About the Role:
As a CBRE Application Development Manager, you will oversee a team responsible for the design, development, and execution of small and basic databases, information systems, and software applications.
This job is part of the Application Development job function. They are responsible for providing application software development services and technical support to company projects and initiatives.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching; oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
- Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines; mentor and coach as needed.
- Enable the team to better leverage technology and data to deliver client solutions and drive operational efficiency.
- Assist with the deployment of change and drive product adoption. Ensure products deliver the greatest possible user benefit.
- Work with business partners to develop strategic department initiatives. Embed strong data governance across the department and verify proper data management is available.
- Draft investment cases for funding approval. Track and report planned benefits.
- Confirm that development projects match business needs and requirements.
- Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Influence parties of shared interests to reach an agreement.
- Apply knowledge of own discipline and how own discipline integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues which may or may not be evident in existing systems and processes.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
- Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention preferred.
- Ability to guide the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations and handle problems.
- Leadership skills to motivate team impact on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the job discipline and department.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Extensive organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.
- Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial related calculations.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Project Development Manager Job Market in Wisconsin
A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- MBE CPAs12

- Generac Power Systems8

- HOOPER6

- Kohl's5

- Baker Tilly Canada4

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing22
- Consulting & Professional Services17
- Accounting & Auditing16
- Technology & Software11
- Construction & Real Estate5
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project development manager jobs across Wisconsin.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, construction management, or a related field
- Five or more years of end-to-end project management experience across full development cycles
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Primavera P6
- PMP certification or equivalent credentials from a recognized project management body
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams and external vendor relationships
- Strong command of budgeting, forecasting, and schedule management for multi-phase projects
Project Development Manager Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How many project development manager jobs are there in Wisconsin?
There are 111+ project development manager openings in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Milwaukee, Madison, and Waukesha. New positions post regularly as employers across Wisconsin hire.
How much do project development managers make in Wisconsin?
Project development managers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $97,580 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,840 for the lowest 10% to over $139,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most project development manager jobs?
Milwaukee, Madison, and Waukesha have the most project development manager openings in Wisconsin right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire project development managers in Wisconsin?
Employers hiring project development managers in Wisconsin include MBE CPAs, Generac Power Systems, and HOOPER, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote project development manager jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes. About 28% of project development manager openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Wisconsin metros.
How do I apply for project development manager jobs in Wisconsin?
You can apply to project development manager jobs in Wisconsin directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Wisconsin location, then apply to each one that fits.
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