Project Manager - OPM Firm - Connecticut

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support large-scale, public K-12 construction projects across Connecticut and Rhode Island. This is an opportunity to join a well-established, growth-oriented team focused on long-term career development and meaningful, community-based work.

Client Details

Our client is a highly respected, family-owned construction firm with over a century of success and recognition as a Top 400 ENR contractor. With a workforce of approximately 1,000 employees and a dedicated vertical construction division of 100+ professionals, they specialize in public and institutional projects including K-12 schools, higher education, healthcare, and industrial facilities. Their strong reputation is built on employee longevity, consistent project backlog, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, federally funded work that remains stable across economic cycles.

Description

The Project Manager - OPM Firm - Connecticut will be responsible for

• Oversee all phases of public K-12 construction projects valued at $50M-$60M
• Manage project scheduling, budgets, and financial performance
• Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget
• Maintain compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Utilize project management software to track progress and documentation
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and local stakeholders
• Contribute to long-term operational success and team collaboration

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Project Manager - OPM Firm should have:

• 5+ years of experience in a true Project Manager role
• Proven experience managing public K-12 projects ($20M+)
• Strong tenure with reputable construction firms of similar scope
• Experience managing scheduling and project financials independently
• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• OSHA 10 & OSHA 30 certifications required
• Experience with P6, JD Edwards, Textura, or BIM 360 (preferred)
• Must be based in Rhode Island and focused on building local presence
• Demonstrated commitment to long-term career growth within a company

Job Offer

• Base salary up to $150K (flexible for top-tier candidates)
• Opportunity to join a stable, recession-resistant organization
• Long-term career growth within a deeply tenured leadership team
• Exposure to large-scale, community-impact projects
• Strong pipeline of consistent, federally funded work
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with high employee retention

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.