Project Manager

First Congregational Church of Burlington • Contract • Burlington, Vermont, United States • $50 - $65 / hour • 2m ago

First Congregational Church (UCC) is a vibrant congregation of approximately 300 members, located in an urban setting in downtown Burlington, Vermont. We are an Open and Affirming congregation with a diverse church family.

Job description: Project Manager
Reports to: Executive Committee
Status: Contract
Hours:  Approximately 10 hours per week, minimum 50% on-site, with variation based on project flow
Pay: $50-65/negotiable
Schedule: Minimum 50% on site, flexible schedule based on project and personal needs. Weekly status meeting with key stakeholders, meet monthly with the Executive Committee

To apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to First Congregational Church at: office@firstchurchburlington.org. Applications will be accepted until May 27, 2026.

SUMMARY

The First Congregational Church is the steward of a large and historic building in the heart of downtown Burlington. As a result of an extensive Visioning project, we are seeking to open our building for more accessible and wider community use. We have undertaken several capital projects to further these goals. For example, we are currently building a childcare facility for ONEArts to operate a 5-10 infant childcare program. The Project Manager will work collaboratively with staff and key leaders to organize, prioritize, and oversee the implementation of further capital goals.

We have significant capital seed funding in hand and are in the process of undertaking a Capital Campaign. We also are seeking and utilizing grants for projects which are directly connected to the community at large. As part of the work, the Project Manager will help manage the budget and establish financial priorities to further our work in a sustainable way.

TASKS:

Communication and Collaboration
Coordinate with our lay leaders and staff to develop priority projects, taking into consideration timeline, necessity, and sustainability
Assist with clarifying priorities for a capital campaign
Provide leadership and guidance to the project team, fostering a collaborative environment
Conduct regular meetings to facilitate communication, address challenges; provide regular updates and reports on project status, budget updates, significant developments or risks
Coordinate with church staff and outside contractors to schedule and perform work in an always active building
Direct project correspondence by preparing and reviewing project proposals, memos, meeting minutes and emails
Develop comprehensive project implementation plans, including objectives, scope, timelines, resource allocations and procurement strategies
Construction
Plan, coordinate, and manage all phases of capital goals, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, implementation, and closeout
In consultation with Executive Team, hire and coordinate contractors
Monitor progress, review quality assurance, and evaluate potential problems and technical hitches and develop solutions
Keep all activities aligned with schedule
Manage project-related paperwork by ensuring all necessary materials are current, properly filed and stored
With church leadership, develop and manage budget, including outside funding, and compliance requirements
Adhere to budget by monitoring expenses, timeliness, and implementing cost-saving measures
Implementation
Help establish rates and procedures for increasing our building usage.
Operationalize projects once capital aspects are completed

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Relevant professional certification in project management or construction management
Budget and Cost Management
Strategic Thinking
Clear Communication and Collaborative Skills
Field experience in construction
OSHA training
Computer literacy

Pay: $50.00 - $65.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burlington, VT 05401