Construction Project Manager (Heavy Highway / CT DOT experience REQUIRED)
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Local to Canton, CT
Compensation: Ranging from $125,000-$150,000 depending on experience
A confidential construction organization is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in heavy highway construction and direct experience working on Connecticut Department of Transportation (CT DOT) projects.
This is a permanent opportunity for a motivated construction professional who is comfortable managing projects in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and visiting active jobsites as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage heavy highway construction projects from planning through completion.
- Coordinate project activities with owners, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
- Monitor project schedules, budgets, costs, documentation, and overall progress.
- Communicate effectively with project stakeholders and address issues as they arise.
- Ensure projects are completed in accordance with contract requirements, specifications, schedules, and safety standards.
- Visit active construction jobsites as needed to support project execution.
- Assist with project documentation, change orders, submittals, RFIs, pay applications, and other project controls.
- Work collaboratively with field and office teams in a fast-paced construction environment.
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of construction Project Management experience.
- Direct experience working on CT DOT projects is required.
- Heavy highway construction experience is required.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness and ability to visit construction jobsites as needed.
- Strong understanding of construction processes, project documentation, scheduling, and cost management.
Compensation & Benefits
- Permanent, full-time position
- Medical, dental, and vision (MDV) benefits
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off
- Additional benefits including many company perks for outings, a company vehicle, and paid cell phone.
Please apply to Daniele.Zavarella@roberthalf(com)
- 2+ years of construction Project Management experience.
- Direct experience working on CT DOT projects is required.
- Heavy highway construction experience is required.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness and ability to visit construction jobsites as needed.
- Strong understanding of construction processes, project documentation, scheduling, and cost management.
