Project Manager Jobs in Connecticut
Project Manager jobs in Connecticut are in strong demand, concentrated in defense contracting, financial services, bioscience, and commercial construction, with openings ranging from entry-level coordinators to senior program leads. The heaviest hiring is in Hartford, Stamford, and New Haven, where employers like Raytheon Technologies, Cigna, and Yale New Haven Health regularly bring on project managers. The most sought-after specialties in Connecticut are IT project management, healthcare operations, and defense program management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programs as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier program, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
About the Role:
As an MEP Project Management Consultant, you will be responsible for providing consulting services to an assigned market or client account to help achieve the company's strategic business objectives.
This is an onsite role based in Wilton, CT.
This job is part of the Project Management function. They are responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage all areas of project management for singular real estate projects. This includes planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
- Work directly with clients to prepare all elements of the project. This includes the scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimates & budget, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification.
- Define the project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through the project qualification process. Conduct a standard request for proposals, complete bid evaluations, and recommend resources to clients.
- Implement project documentation governance that is aligned with company and client requirements.
- Ensure project data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely, and coordinated.
- Direct the project delivery team by providing guidance and direction to achieve goals.
- Create action plans to meet objectives, budget, and schedule. Track the progress of each project and report status and variances.
- Demonstrate ability to identify project threats and develop risk mitigation and contingency plans. Implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
- Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
- Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
- Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams.
- Work within broad guidelines and policies.
- Explain difficult or sensitive information.
- Other duties as assigned.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5+ years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred.
- Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
- Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
- Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Additional Information
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this, we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please find out more about us at http://www.turnerandtownsend.com/.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-MW2
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programs as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier program, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
About the Role:
As an MEP Project Management Consultant, you will be responsible for providing consulting services to an assigned market or client account to help achieve the company's strategic business objectives.
This is an onsite role based in Wilton, CT.
This job is part of the Project Management function. They are responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage all areas of project management for singular real estate projects. This includes planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
- Work directly with clients to prepare all elements of the project. This includes the scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimates & budget, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification.
- Define the project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through the project qualification process. Conduct a standard request for proposals, complete bid evaluations, and recommend resources to clients.
- Implement project documentation governance that is aligned with company and client requirements.
- Ensure project data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely, and coordinated.
- Direct the project delivery team by providing guidance and direction to achieve goals.
- Create action plans to meet objectives, budget, and schedule. Track the progress of each project and report status and variances.
- Demonstrate ability to identify project threats and develop risk mitigation and contingency plans. Implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
- Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
- Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
- Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams.
- Work within broad guidelines and policies.
- Explain difficult or sensitive information.
- Other duties as assigned.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5+ years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred.
- Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
- Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
- Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Additional Information
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this, we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please find out more about us at http://www.turnerandtownsend.com/.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-MW2
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
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What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project manager jobs across Connecticut.
- PMP certification or active pursuit of it through the Project Management Institute
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information technology, or a related field
- Three or more years managing cross-functional projects from initiation through close
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Experience with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery frameworks in a professional setting
- Strong stakeholder communication skills and demonstrated ability to manage project budgets
Project Manager Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project manager in Connecticut?
Connecticut does not require a state-issued license to work as a project manager, but most employers expect the Project Management Professional certification from the Project Management Institute. To sit for the PMP, candidates need a four-year degree plus project leadership experience, or a high school diploma with more extensive experience. Many Connecticut employers in defense and healthcare also value the Certified Associate in Project Management as a starting credential for early-career candidates.
How much do project managers make in Connecticut?
Project managers in Connecticut earn a median of about $175,490 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $122,200 for the lowest 10% to over $245,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project managers in Connecticut?
Employers hiring project managers in Connecticut right now include CVS Health, Yale University, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Connecticut's concentration of defense contractors, insurance carriers, and health systems means steady, year-round project manager hiring across a range of industries.
Which Connecticut cities have the most project manager jobs?
Hartford, Norwalk, and Stamford lead Connecticut for project manager openings. Hartford anchors the market through its dense cluster of insurance and healthcare headquarters, while Stamford draws financial services and corporate headquarters from the New York corridor, and New Haven benefits from Yale's research and health system operations alongside growing bioscience activity.
Are there remote project manager jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 31% of project manager openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how well the coordination and planning work translates to distributed teams. IT project management and financial services roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while construction and facilities project managers are more likely to require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a project manager in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from an adjacent coordinator or analyst role within a Connecticut employer. Large health systems like Hartford HealthCare and Yale New Haven Health hire project coordinators who support senior managers and grow into full project ownership. Defense contractors such as Raytheon Technologies and General Dynamics Electric Boat regularly bring in junior program analysts from engineering or operations backgrounds. Earning the Certified Associate in Project Management credential before applying gives candidates a measurable edge without requiring years of formal project management history.
Where can I find and apply to project manager jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to project manager jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Hartford, Stamford, New Haven, and the rest of the state. Search the listings, find roles that fit your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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