Construction Project Manager Jobs in Connecticut

Department: Facilities - Project Management
Location: 2 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, Connecticut
Job ID: 131128WD
Salary Range: $68,000.00 - $120,500.00

Description

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Overview:

Facilities and Campus Development is seeking to fill multiple positions for Assistant Construction Project Managers to be assigned to a variety of portfolios and capital projects including Central Campus, Upper Science Hill Development, Yale School of Medicine, Yale School of Public Health, and West Campus.

The Assistant Construction Project Manager drives construction project management for minor or smaller-scale, moderate complexity projects. Conducts site inspections, addresses construction challenges, and collaborates with architects and engineers. Assists Project Managers in procuring and implementing renovation, replacement, and repair projects, and ensures their scope, budget, and schedule are realized as approved in full conformance with the University’s applicable design guidelines and operational procedures.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Document management skills using Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive risk management skills.
• Ability to read construction specifications, drawings, and schedules.
• Proficiency with digital project management platforms and construction technology tools.

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated proficiency in project management software and digital collaboration tools.
• Background in renovation, institutional, or commercial construction preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to quickly master new construction management platforms and emerging technologies.

Preferred Licenses or Certifications:

• OSHA-10, CQMC, PMP, LEED Green Associate

Principal Responsibilities:

• Manages minor or smaller-scale renovation and repair projects independently from design through construction completion.
• Supports Construction Project Managers with field supervision and coordination of larger renovation, replacement, and capital maintenance projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Maintains comprehensive project documentation and real-time progress tracking in construction management software, providing visibility for Facilities leadership, Construction Project Managers, and stakeholders across all project phases.
• Coordinates effectively with internal stakeholders, including Facilities Project Managers, Superintendents, departmental representatives, administrators, and operations managers, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Establishes effective working relationships and coordinates with internal contacts such as Facilities Project Managers, Superintendents, departmental representatives, administrators, and operations managers to coordinate small projects, or project-related operations implementation.
• Manages external vendor and contractor relationships including interactions with New Haven building and fire department inspectors, contractors, design consultants, operations consultants, and manufacturer representatives.
• Facilitates project coordination meetings and maintains proactive communication with all project stakeholders, ensuring issues are identified and resolved before impacting project objectives.
• Assists Construction Project Managers with end user coordination, budget monitoring, and schedule reviews to support successful delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Proactively identifies and coordinates resolution of field and operational challenges in conjunction with Construction Managers and Facilities Superintendents, escalating complex issues appropriately while proposing practical solutions.
• Participates in establishing and implementing procedural improvements for the department’s project operations and construction management processes.
• Actively participates in Yale’s project safety and quality assurance programs by conducting regular site inspections, identifying potential issues, and reporting concerns to appropriate Facilities management.
• Provides comprehensive monthly project reporting supporting Construction Project Managers with claims documentation, safety metrics, budget analysis, schedule updates, contingency tracking, and risk assessment.
• Leverages technology and digital tools to streamline project processes while supporting department initiatives for continuous improvement and adoption of innovative project management technologies.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management or related field and at least two years of experience in construction and renovation supervision or in a specialty operation related to facilities project operations (such as moving, signage, furnishing operations); or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Demonstrated proficiency in project management software and digital collaboration tools. Background in renovation, institutional, or commercial construction preferred. Strong technical aptitude with ability to quickly master new construction management platforms and emerging technologies.

Job Posting Date: 12/05/2025
Job Category: Professional
Bargaining Unit: NON
Compensation Grade: Administration & Operations
Compensation Grade Profile: Manager; Program Leader (P5)
Time Type: Full time
Duration Type: Staff
Work Model:

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.

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