Project Management Specialist

Town of Groton; Poquonock Bridge (CT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Groton — Public Works Department is seeking a Project Management Specialist. This full-time role focuses on strategic project management, compliance, and coordination across departments to deliver initiatives from conception through completion.

The position requires an Associate’s degree and at least four years of experience, with PM certification desired. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s degree in business, management, public administration, or a public works field with at least four years of experience.
• Ability to read and interpret statutes, regulations, safety rules, and manuals.
• Must be able to write routine reports and correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Direct and plan designated projects to meet goals within timeframes, funding, and regulations.
• Navigate high-impact community or departmental initiatives from conception to completion.
• Coordinate workload across multiple departments and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local rules.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading & interpreting documents

Mathematical proficiency

Workload balancing

Cross-department coordination

Computer skills

Education

Associate’s degree (business/public administration/public works)

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Project Management Specialist (Full Time)

Location: Groton

Public Works Department

Full-Time, 40 Hrs./Week

POSITION RANGE:

$32.22 - $37.01/ hour (contract currently in negotiation)

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Project Management Specialist is a strategic, compliance-focused role responsible for utilizing modern project management practices to navigate high-impact community or departmental initiatives from conception to completion. This role is responsible for the directing and planning of designated projects and/or initiatives to ensure the goals and objectives of said projects are accomplished within a specific timeframe, funding parameters, and compliance with Federal, State, Local, and administrative regulations or program guidelines.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The skills and knowledge required would generally be acquired with an Associate’s degree in business, management, public administration, or a public works related field from a two-year college or technical school and a minimum of four years’ experience. A combination of relevant additional education and/or experience may be substituted for the requirements above.

Requires the ability to read and interpret documents such as statutes, permits, regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Must be able to perform mathematical functions. Must have ability to balance workload, competing interests, deadlines, and coordination of work across personnel from multiple departments. Computer skills including word processing, and spreadsheets is required.

Extra consideration will be given to candidates with background knowledge or expertise in any of the following: Stormwater (including CT DEEP MS4 General Permits, SMPs, and SWPPPS), Chemical and Petroleum Bulk Storage tank regulations, and Landfill post-closure monitoring or other expertise in the solid waste practice area.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

Valid Motor Vehicle's License. Project Management Professional certification desired.

Individuals with disabilities who will need reasonable accommodation to complete the selection process should inform the Human Resources Department on or before the application deadline. Documentation supporting the need for this accommodation may be required. Criminal background, drug testing, and driving record checks required prior to employment.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Review of background and experience with best qualified candidates eligible for oral board examination(s).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Applications must be returned on or before September 7th, 2026.

The Town of Groton is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels; it is committed to creating an environment of belonging and engagement for all employees, and encourages all individuals to apply.