Job Description
About the Company
Our client is a well-established General Contractor with nearly 100 years of experience delivering public works, schools, and municipal facilities across Rhode Island. They have a strong reputation for their hands-on management style, commitment to quality, and ability to successfully execute complex community-focused projects. With a robust backlog of work and long-standing relationships with local agencies, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, respected firm with a strong pipeline of projects.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Project Manager with 7–12 years of GC experience to join the team in Rhode Island. The ideal candidate has a background in public works or K–12 educational projects and can oversee all aspects of project delivery, from preconstruction through close-out. This role is best suited for a motivated PM who can manage multiple stakeholders, maintain budgets and schedules, and represent the company in front of municipal and community clients.
Responsibilities
- Manage projects from preconstruction through close-out, ensuring budget, schedule, and quality goals are met
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, owners, and municipal stakeholders
- Lead subcontractor buyout, contract negotiations, and procurement
- Oversee project schedules, cost tracking, and reporting
- Ensure compliance with public works requirements, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines
- Conduct regular meetings with clients, design teams, and field staff to maintain alignment
- Foster strong relationships with clients, communities, and internal project teams
Qualifications
7–12 years of experience as a Project Manager with a General ContractorProven background in public works, schools, or municipal constructionStrong knowledge of contracts, scheduling, and construction financialsExcellent communication, organizational, and leadership skillsOSHA 30 certification preferredCandidates must be located in or willing to commute to Rhode IslandWhy Join?
Strong backlog of public projects across Rhode IslandOpportunity to manage high-visibility, community-impact projectsLong-standing, stable leadership team with strong valuesCollaborative culture with room for professional growthCompetitive compensation and benefits package