Preservation Manager

Salary: $47,000.00 - $50,000.00 Annually Application Deadline: Jul 17, 2026 Title: Preservation Manager Status: Full-Time (40 hrs/week), Exempt Reports to: Executive Director Anticipated Salary: $47,000-50,000/year Schedule: Hybrid (Hartford office, Travel to sites; Hybrid schedule available after probationary period) Application Deadline: July 17, 2026 Connecticut Landmarks owns and operates twelve historic sites, spanning four centuries of Connecticut history. The Preservation Manager manages and conducts regular maintenance and restoration projects at all historic properties. They address Site Administrator needs and property preservation requests promptly and within an established budget. The primary focus of this role is to oversee contractors and consultants to manage the restoration of properties and grounds. This position must understand critical maintenance, repair, and restoration of historic buildings, landscapes, equipment, and fixtures. The Preservation Manager will also assist in the preparation of the annual restoration project budget, contribute specific information for state bond requests and grant applications, and have extensive interactions with government permitting contacts, construction contractors, and tradespeople. Examples of position responsibilities include managing the maintenance and restoration of historic buildings and landscapes; managing infrastructure and security; managing contractors; managing bidding and contracting; developing budgets; supporting grant requests; and providing regular inspection records. Preferred qualifications include at least three years of experience with historic building architecture, construction, historic preservation, and/or trades. A degree in construction management or historic preservation is preferred. Applicants must possess strong project management skills with experience in assessing historic structures’ safety and needs. Experience with building technologies, budgets, bid pricing, bidding, architectural plan reading, permitting, and contracts. Must have familiarity, comfort with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint), and possess a valid driver’s license. Position will require up to 75% travel throughout the state in personal vehicle. The position is full-time with full medical and retirement benefits, plus travel reimbursement and a flexible work environment. The budgeted salary range is $47,000-50,000/year. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and at least three references by July 17, 2026 to Robert Brock, Executive Director, View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Connecticut Landmarks