Senior Construction Project Manager

Cumming Group

Senior Construction Project Manager overseeing K-12 and higher education projects at Cumming Group in New Haven, CT. Leading project strategy, budgeting, and client advisory roles.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeNew Haven • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $125,400 - $167,200 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in the development and management of the project strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the Owner.
Act as Owner’s Advisor with primary responsibility for all phases of project.
Manage overall planning, design, and construction process and orchestrate all activities related to design and construction.
Guide Clients through the complexities of design and construction, with a focus on incorporation of ownership priorities into design, construction logistics and sequencing, as well as design management of the architecture and engineering teams.
Coordinate with the Architect, Contractor, and other project team members to meet the project objectives and resolve issues.
Lead all elements related to contracts; including negotiating, drafting and executing.
Manage overall project budget and schedule.
Report to project team and client on a regular basis.
Lead proposal review, leveling and analysis and present to the Client.
Lead selection process for all consultants and vendors, including preparation of RFQ/RFP, researching and comparing firms under consideration, and recommending and negotiating optimum business terms. This also includes team selection within firms.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a closely related field is highly preferred.
8+ years' of experience in construction project management.
Specific experience in the design, construction, or maintenance and operation of K-12 and higher education facilities is required.
Firm knowledge and understanding of construction methods, materials and sequences, and architectural/construction drawings and specifications.
Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as business presentation skills.
The ability to effectively interface with all levels of management and staff across organizational lines, including other client business units.
Excellent analytical skills and demonstrated success at building team relationships and partnerships across organizational lines.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Short and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

construction project managementdesign managementcontract negotiationbudget managementschedule managementarchitectural drawingsconstruction specificationsconstruction methodsconstruction materialsRFQ/RFP preparation

Soft Skills

oral communicationwritten communicationbusiness presentationanalytical skillsteam relationship buildinginterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsleadershipproblem-solvingclient management