Day 30
Relationships Built
You've introduced yourself to every field crew, superintendent, and key sub on your projects — and they already trust you know the job.
People
Utility
Project Manager
Lead the underground. Drive the schedule. Deliver the project. Burns Construction is seeking an experienced Utility Project Manager to oversee underground utility projects — including gas, water, sewer, and storm systems — from pre-construction through completion. If you bring structure, accountability, and field-savvy leadership, we want to hear from you.
Why This Role Matters
The backbone
of every project
Underground utility infrastructure is the backbone of every community — and the Utility PM is the person who makes sure it gets built right. At Burns Construction, this role sits at the intersection of field execution and project control.
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Active Projects — Connecticut & New England
67yrs
In business
$150K
Up to / year
CT+
Statewide work
Drive Productivity
You'll own the rhythm of every project — keeping crews moving, schedules tight, and field decisions grounded in data, not guesswork.
Protect Profitability
Every budget decision flows through you. Your ability to track costs, catch variances early, and course-correct is what keeps projects financially healthy.
Align Every Stakeholder
From the first shovel to final closeout, you're the connective tissue — keeping clients, crews, subs, and ownership on the same page at every stage.
The Role
You'll be responsible for
09 core responsibilities
From pre-construction planning through final closeout, you'll own every moving part — keeping crews aligned, budgets tight, and clients informed across multiple active projects.
01 — Core Responsibility
Project Documentation
Prepare and maintain schedules, cost-tracking reports, and project records across the full lifecycle — ensuring every document is accurate, current, and audit-ready at every stage.
Multi
Active Projects
Daily
Reporting Cadence
02
Planning & Scheduling
Build detailed plans, milestones, and Gantt schedules that keep every crew and sub aligned from day one through closeout.
03
Field Operations
Allocate labor, equipment, and materials — then conduct regular site visits to verify progress and keep every crew on track.
04
Budget Management
Monitor budgets, track variances, and take corrective action before small gaps become costly overruns.
05
Cost & Performance Tracking
Analyze production rates and job data to protect profitability and sharpen reporting accuracy across active projects.
06
Client & Team Communication
Lead meetings, align teams with subs and vendors, and keep every stakeholder informed from kickoff to closeout.
07
Sub & Vendor Collaboration
Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to keep materials flowing and crews working without delays or gaps.
08
Risk & Issue Management
Identify problems early, implement lasting solutions, and protect the schedule and bottom line — before small issues become project-defining setbacks.
Always On Standard
Quality & Compliance
Hold every project to spec — upholding safety standards, regulatory requirements, and Burns Construction's reputation for excellence on every site, every time.
Zero
Tolerance
100%
Code Adherence
Performance Milestones
What success looks like
We're not just hiring someone to manage tasks — we're hiring someone to own outcomes. Here's what hitting the ground running looks like in this role.
Day 1
Day 30
Day 60
Day 90
Day 30
Schedules Live
Project schedules are published, accurate, and actively driving weekly field planning — not sitting in a drawer.
Planning
Day 60
Cost Control Tight
Job cost tracking is running clean — production rates, budgets, and variances are monitored weekly and flagged before they become problems.
Finance
Day 60
Stakeholders Informed
Clients and internal stakeholders receive consistent, structured updates — no one is chasing you for a status report.
Communication
Day 90
Multi-Project Mastery
Multiple active projects are running on time, on budget, and to spec — simultaneously. You're not reacting to fires, you're preventing them. The team trusts your direction, subs respect your process, and Burns Construction knows this hire was the right one.
100%
On schedule
$0
Budget surprises
5★
Team confidence
Qualifications
Required Skills &
Qualifications
Review the experience, tools, and qualities we're looking for — then apply directly below.
01
Core Qualifications
Core Qualifications
5+ years of construction project management experience
Experience with underground utilities (gas, water, sewer) strongly preferred
Strong understanding of construction operations, scheduling, and job costing
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
02
Software & Tools
Software & Tools
Microsoft Office — Excel, Outlook & Word (required)
Procore or HCSS (a plus — construction management platforms)
Similar construction project management or scheduling software
03
Pay & Benefits
Pay & Benefits
Up to $150,000/year — competitive salary based on experience
Health & Dental Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Company Holidays
Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
About Burns Construction
Burns Construction Co., Inc. has been delivering high-quality civil and utility construction across Connecticut since 1957. We specialize in underground utility work — gas, water, sewer, and storm systems — along with asphalt and concrete projects of every scale. We value people who take ownership, lead with clarity, and build lasting relationships with clients and crews alike.
300 Sperry Avenue, Stratford, CT 06615
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