Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Overview

The Town of Windsor, CT is seeking a collaborative and experienced professional to join our Public Works team as a Project Manager – Facilities
. This full-time position is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about managing impactful municipal building and renovation projects that serve the public. If you are someone who enjoys solving problems, coordinating with a wide variety of professionals, and seeing tangible results from your work, we invite you to apply. We are looking for a motivated, team-oriented leader who takes pride in high-quality outcomes and cares about community service.

We cannot wait to meet you!

The Town and its employees are dedicated to providing a high quality of life for our residents through responsive public service, responsible planning, and infrastructure that supports community vitality. The Project Manager plays a key role in delivering safe, functional, and well-maintained municipal buildings that support these goals.

As a Project Manager
, you will lead the planning, design, budgeting, and execution of renovation and small construction projects across the Town’s buildings and facilities. You will work closely with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and internal departments to ensure projects meet the Town’s expectations for quality, budget, and timeline.

This position reports to the Facilities Manager and works in partnership with staff from Building, Engineering, Fire Marshal’s Office, Planning, and other departments.

• Developing and managing project scope, schedules, budgets, and approvals from start to finish.
• Preparing RFPs, conducting pre-bid walkthroughs, and evaluating contractor proposals.
• Coordinating with consultants and vendors and monitoring contract performance.
• Overseeing construction progress, facilitating project meetings, and ensuring code compliance.
• Assisting with capital planning and identifying facility needs and future improvement projects.
• Presenting updates and approvals to the Public Building Commission.

• Be a team-spirited project leader with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Be knowledgeable about building construction, codes, and municipal project processes.
• Work collaboratively with contractors, engineers, designers, and internal departments.
• Have experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Stay on top of evolving technologies, regulations, and construction standards.
• Be comfortable using Microsoft Office – proficiency in Excel is a must, AutoCAD, and ideally ArcGIS.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field and five (5) years of experience in construction or facilities project management; OR
• Associate’s degree in a related field and a professional license (e.g., General Contractor, Building Inspector) plus five (5) years of relevant experience; OR
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Successful completion of the Town’s background and drug screening (including screening for marijuana).
• Familiarity with Connecticut’s prevailing wage laws is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $85,000, with up to a 5% increase after successful completion of the probationary period. Town employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Defined contribution retirement plan
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Opportunities for professional development

Complete an on-line application at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and attach a resume and cover letter by February 3, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. The Town of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce. EOE/AA.