Construction Senior Project Manager

Cityscape Recruitment USA; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid holidays

Earned time off

Wellness programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Cityscape Recruitment USA is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Connecticut construction projects with a strong focus on leadership across preconstruction through closeout. You will oversee project teams, budgets, and client relationships to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of PM experience on large builds, with expertise in contracts, cost control, and risk management. DOE-driven compensation reflects project complexity and Northeast opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction project management experience.
• Proven experience leading large or complex construction projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, drawings, specifications, means and methods, and project controls.
• Demonstrated experience with project financial management and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall execution of complex construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Provide leadership and direction to Project Managers and project support staff.
• Maintain responsibility for project financial performance, forecasting, cost control, and profitability.
• Establish and maintain project budgets, schedules, procurement plans, and execution strategies.
• Serve as a senior point of contact for owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and manage contracts, subcontractor agreements, scopes of work, change orders, and payment applications.
• Oversee project procurement and subcontractor buyout.
• Coordinate project execution with field leadership and Superintendents.
• Develop and monitor critical-path schedules and identify schedule risks.
• Lead project meetings and provide updates to senior leadership and clients.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change management, claims, and other project documentation.
• Participate in preconstruction activities including estimating, budgeting, constructability reviews, value engineering, logistics, and phasing.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents, safety requirements, and company standards.
• Promote Lean construction practices and continuous improvement.
• Support business development and client relationship initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Contracts management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Construction Connecticut Salary: $160,000 - $190,000+ DOE A leading and highly established construction organization in Connecticut is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join its growing team. With a diverse portfolio of complex construction projects across the Northeast, the organization delivers major projects across education, healthcare, commercial, industrial, municipal, institutional, and infrastructure markets. The Senior Project Manager will have significant responsibility for leading major projects from preconstruction through final closeout while managing project teams, financial performance, client relationships, and overall project execution. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction professional looking to take ownership of high-profile projects and work within a well-established organization with substantial resources and a long-term project pipeline. The Role As Senior Project Manager, you will provide overall leadership and direction for assigned construction projects, working closely with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, Superintendents, estimators, and internal leadership. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall execution of complex construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Provide leadership and direction to Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and project support staff
• Maintain overall responsibility for project financial performance, forecasting, cost control, and profitability
• Establish and maintain project budgets, schedules, procurement plans, and execution strategies
• Serve as a senior point of contact for owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and other project stakeholders
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
• Review and manage contracts, subcontractor agreements, scopes of work, change orders, and payment applications
• Oversee project procurement and subcontractor buyout
• Work closely with the Superintendent and field leadership to coordinate project execution
• Develop and monitor critical-path schedules and identify potential schedule risks
• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates to senior leadership and clients
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change management, claims, and other project documentation
• Participate in preconstruction activities including estimating, budgeting, constructability reviews, value engineering, logistics, and phasing
• Identify project risks and develop effective mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, safety requirements, and company standards
• Promote Lean construction practices and continuous improvement throughout project delivery
• Support business development and client relationship initiatives where appropriate
• Assist with mentoring and developing junior project management professionals

Project Experience

The ideal candidate will have experience managing large-scale and complex building construction projects, particularly within one or more of the following sectors:

• Healthcare
• Higher Education
• K-12 / School Construction
• Commercial
• Municipal / Civic
• Industrial / Manufacturing
• Institutional
• Athletic / Recreation
• Complex Renovation / Occupied Facilities

Experience with Construction Management, General Contracting, Design-Build, or Program Management delivery methods is highly desirable.

Experience managing projects in the $25M-$100M+ range is preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction project management experience
• Proven experience leading large or complex construction projects
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline preferred
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, drawings, specifications, means and methods, and project controls
• Demonstrated experience with project financial management and cost control

What You’ll Bring

The successful candidate will be a proven construction leader who can operate at both the strategic and project level. You should be comfortable taking ownership of complex projects, managing significant financial responsibilities, developing project teams, and serving as a trusted partner to owners and design professionals. Strong candidates will bring a track record of successfully delivering complex construction projects while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, schedule, financial performance, and client satisfaction.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $160,000 - $190,000+, depending on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays
• Earned time off
• Wellness programs
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Opportunity to work on major projects throughout Connecticut and the Northeast

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