Project Manager

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Solidus, Inc. is a full-service design-build construction company headquartered in East Hartford, Connecticut, with offices in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania. The company has been providing construction services for over thirty years. Our integrated approach encompasses the entire construction process, from design and architectural services to commercial ground-up construction and renovations. We specialize in branch transformation for the financial industry and have designed and built hundreds of banks and credit unions. Project profiles range in size from $100K to $20M , with work throughout New England, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, West Virginia, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Ohio.

With several hundred clients, we have plenty of great opportunities for new team members who want to be the best in their field. We offer consistent work, top pay, and benefits. We are currently looking to expand our growing team with a talented Project Manager who is a strong leader with construction industry-related project management experience, an eye for detail, and efficient project execution abilities.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Solidus is looking for a person to join our growth-oriented business where you can be part of a dynamic, high-performing, and supportive team. We seek a unique addition to our team of dedicated project management professionals to handle projects throughout New England, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Ohio.

Solidus is an achievement-oriented organization that invests in the professional development of our staff. Team loyalty and shared commitment are hallmarks of our work culture, and we encourage the open sharing of ideas and support independent decision-making.

We have built a strong business through exceptional customer responsiveness and impeccable quality. With these high standards, every member of the Solidus team must support the Company’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, commitment to customers, accountability, and ownership.

Some of the ways these qualities are demonstrated include:

• Encouraging open communication between Solidus Field Superintendents and subcontractors
• Anticipating potential project issues and collaboratively arriving at creative solutions
• Making field decisions in the best interest of the customers
• Practicing excellent time management, task prioritization, and multi-tasking skills

The ideal candidate will be an exceptional relationship builder who can build rapport with individuals from the CEO to subcontractors. In addition, they will be a creative problem solver who can assess situations beyond the ‘obvious’ to resolve the underlying core issues and implement solutions that ‘stick.’ And you’ll be responsible for meeting the many challenges of a robust project portfolio. So, although you’ll have a team of talented peers and a participative manager to brainstorm with, you’ll need to be a self-starter, an independent decision-maker, and well-organized and disciplined in your execution.

Solidus’ Project Managers manage multiple small to mid-size commercial projects ($1M—$5M ) concurrently. The successful candidate will be involved in every phase of the process, from pre-construction meetings through final construction. This position requires traveling (approximately 20%) throughout the territories we serve. Travel expenses are paid and overnight stays out of town are rare.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all phases of construction projects from pre-construction planning to final closeout.
• Develop and manage project schedules, ensuring on-time delivery of milestones.
• Create, monitor, and control project budgets, including tracking costs and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure alignment with design intent and project goals.
• Lead and facilitate internal and external project meetings, including site walkthroughs, subcontractor coordination, and owner updates.
• Prepare and manage subcontractor agreements, change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
• Ensure all work complies with building codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Maintained detailed project documentation on platforms like Smartsheet or Procore.
• Conducted risk assessments and developed proactive solutions to keep the project on track.
• Manage site logistics, including phasing plans for occupied spaces and coordination of trades.
• Drive project quality, ensuring the work meets client expectations and Solidus standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the client, providing consistent communication and high-level service throughout the project.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 7-10 years of related experience or a combination of education and training in the construction, architecture, or engineering fields
• Expertise with project management and scheduling software
• Proven track record of managing multiple construction projects simultaneously from pre-construction through closeout.
• Experience with occupied renovations, ground-up builds, and complex phasing plans.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Smartsheet, Procore, or similar).
• Experience creating and managing project budgets, schedules, and subcontractor scopes.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, building codes, and OSHA safety regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with architects, engineers, and owners, and resolve field conflicts effectively.
• Familiarity with construction contracts (AIA or similar) and change order management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interface with clients professionally.
• CM and/or PMP certification is a plus.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$80,000 - $110,000/year plus bonuses and benefits.

In addition to employee longevity, competitive compensation, and a supportive family atmosphere that respects work/life balance, we provide comprehensive benefits that encourage our employees and their families to build lifelong relationships with us.

• Vacation Pay
• Health insurance
• Dental and vision plan
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Travel reimbursement
• Incentive programs
• Bonuses and salary increases

Solidus, Inc. celebrates diversity and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.

If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact us with the position you are interested in.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is primarily an office-based role in a professional office setting at our East Hartford, CT headquarters. The role involves collaboration with project teams, vendors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and clients via meetings, phone calls, and emails. Some travel may be required for site visits and client meetings.

LOCATION AND SCHEDULE

• Solidus, Inc: 1450 Main Street, East Hartford, CT 06108
• Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.