Project Manager I

Smith Arnold Partners

Ready to Build Your Legacy?

Imagine walking onto a job site every day knowing you’re helping build the schools, hospitals, labs, and sports arenas that shape entire communities. This isn’t just a construction job, it’s a launchpad for a career with a Top-10 ENR contractor and a company that’s been building excellence for over a century.

We’re looking for a driven Project Manager I ready to step up, take ownership, and grow fast alongside seasoned Senior Project Managers and Project Executives who will mentor you every step of the way. You’ll be on-site, in the action, and at the center of it all.

Title: Project Manager I
Location: CT Based Projects
Compensation: $100,000–$126,000 + Full Benefits & Profit-Sharing/401(k)

Why You’ll Love It Here

Hands-On Mentorship: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with experienced Senior PMs and Project Executives who invest in your growth
World-Class Training: Unlock leadership and technical development through an award-winning internal university
Real Career Runway: This is a proven stepping stone toward Senior PM and beyond
Strong Compensation Package: Competitive salary, generous profit-sharing/401(k), and comprehensive health & welfare benefits

What You’ll Do:

Help lead the project safety plan and drive risk mitigation strategies
Manage financial forecasting, change orders, and cost control
Build and execute project-specific quality and closeout plans
Supervise and direct project administrators, superintendents, and engineers
Shape subcontracting strategy and support the buyout process
Draft contracts, agreements, and purchase orders while managing compliance
Support GMP preparation, design coordination, and estimating
Lead monthly schedule updates and constructability reviews
Coach, train, and develop your direct reports
Foster a positive, inclusive team culture that gets results

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent experience)
4–7 years of relevant project management experience
Sharp communication skills and a natural ability to lead teams
Comfort with Microsoft Office and industry-standard construction software
A strategic mindset

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Your Recruiter

Adelaide Egan

Sr. Construction Recruiter