Project Manager

Petra Construction Corporation is an award-winning building construction firm based in North Haven, CT.  Established in 1953, Petra has substantial experience and has successfully completed projects in the biotechnology, commercial, education, healthcare, religious, specialized and custom residential markets.  Visit our website at petraconstruction.com for examples of our work.

The Senior Project Manager will manage multiple construction projects simultaneously, using acquired knowledge and industry experience to complete all project requirements on time, within budget, and to a level of quality that exceeds the expectations of the client and Company management.  The SPM will work as part of a team and may supervise and direct team members.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Reviewing and attaining a working knowledge of project documents;
• Selecting and/or managing subcontractors and suppliers;
• Attending, conducting and recording project meetings;
• Preparing and tracking submittals;
• Project scheduling;
• Project financial tracking and analysis;
• Site visitation and review;
• Coordinating work with the project superintendent or foreperson;
• Overseeing construction means and methods;
• Guiding construction site personnel and ensuring compliance with safety and health laws and regulations;
• Coordinating changes;
• Record-keeping and close out.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 7-10 years of project management experience at a building construction firm;
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Construction Management, or equivalent work experience;
• Working knowledge of contractual documents, plans, specifications and construction means and methods;
• Strong computer skills, proficiency with Procore, MS Outlook, Excel, Word and MS Project;
• Experience using accounting software, e.g. Sage;
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to analyze and solve problems, make project decisions;
• Participate in training to increase job knowledge and improve performance;
• OSHA 10 Certification; OSHA 30 Certification within 6 months of hire.

If offered employment:

• Must successfully pass a post-offer physical exam, drug screen and background check.

Benefits offered include health, dental and vision insurance, health savings account contributions, life and disability insurance, 401(k) Plan, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid holidays and educational assistance.

CT residence strongly preferred. No relocation assistance provided.

Petra Construction Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $78,350 - $124,840 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No