Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager - Roadway & Pavement Marking DivisionJob Description

This full-time Project Manager role leads the Road Division, ensuring pavement marking and roadway safety projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule. You will oversee day-to-day operations, manage budgets and resources, support field teams, and maintain strong communication with clients and internal stakeholders. This position offers a stable, growth-oriented environment with a unique, collaborative culture and strong benefits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations for pavement marking and roadway safety projects, ensuring work runs safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Plan and organize work, including scheduling crews and coordinating equipment, materials, and resources for multiple concurrent projects.
• Manage project budgets by tracking costs, monitoring financial performance, and implementing effective cost control measures.
• Maintain project schedules by sequencing activities, identifying critical path tasks, and adjusting plans to keep jobs on track.
• Lead and support field teams by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
• Ensure clear, consistent communication between field staff, office personnel, clients, inspectors, and other stakeholders.
• Work closely with clients and inspectors to align on project requirements, address concerns, and maintain strong working relationships.
• Identify potential issues early in the project lifecycle, develop solutions quickly, and implement corrective actions to minimize impact.
• Ensure all work complies with Department of Transportation (DOT) standards, project specifications, and internal company policies.
• Monitor performance, quality, and safety throughout each project, conducting regular reviews and site visits as needed.
• Prepare, review, and manage change orders, work orders, and related documentation to accurately reflect project scope and changes.
• Oversee project estimation activities, including take-offs and quantity calculations, to support accurate bids and budgets.
• Use project management software and tools to track progress, document activities, and report on project status.
• Coordinate project close-out activities, including final inspections, documentation, and financial reconciliation.
• Capture and document lessons learned at project completion to improve processes and outcomes on future projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams on operations planning and continuous improvement initiatives across the Road Division.

Essential Skills

• 8+ years of construction or adjacent project management experience, with a focus on roadway, civil, or related projects.
• Proven experience overseeing construction or civil projects from planning through close-out.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, including cost tracking, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Experience with construction take-offs, work orders, change orders, and project close-out processes.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, and the broader Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience using project management software and tools for scheduling, documentation, and progress tracking.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving, high-volume project environment.
• Proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify issues early and implement effective solutions.
• Clear, professional communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with field staff, clients, inspectors, and internal teams.
• Strong people leadership skills, including the ability to lead, support, and motivate field and office teams.
• Familiarity with DOT standards and requirements related to roadway and civil projects.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in construction management, civil construction, or a closely related field.
• Experience with operations planning for field crews and equipment-intensive work.
• Hands-on experience with cost tracking, budgeting, and cost control tools or systems.
• Experience with estimation processes, including take-offs and quantity calculations for roadway or pavement marking projects.
• Familiarity with Sage or similar construction accounting and project management software.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and compliance requirements for roadway safety and pavement marking projects.
• Ability to contribute to continuous improvement by identifying process enhancements and operational efficiencies.
• Comfort working in a growing organization that is expanding its footprint across multiple states.
• Interest in participating in initiative and idea programs that reward process improvements.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, business, or a related discipline is a plus.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, in-person position within a Road Division focused on pavement marking and roadway safety projects. The role follows a seasonal schedule: during the off-season (January through March), you typically work around 40 hours per week; during the in-season (March through December), you work 40+ hours per week, including required overtime. Core hours are approximately 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The environment is a mix of office-based planning and field interaction, requiring regular coordination with crews, equipment, and materials. The culture emphasizes open communication and a family-style atmosphere where everyone is encouraged to know one another; employees commonly wear their names on their shirts to support cross-department interaction. Every employee has a voice, supported by an initiative-idea incentive program that rewards team members for proposing improvements that benefit the company. The organization offers paid time off starting on day one, a 401(k) match, comprehensive benefits, and a companywide holiday shutdown from Christmas through New Year's, with the possibility of annual performance-based pay increases.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bridgeport, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.49 - $72.16/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bridgeport,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.

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