Construction Project Manager

Aerotek; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short/long-term disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Time Off (PTO/Vacation/Sick Leave)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Construction Project Manager for a contract-to-hire role based in Kirkwood, MO. The ideal candidate will lead projects from kickoff to closeout, coordinating schedules, labor, materials, and subcontractors while serving as the main liaison among customers, general contractors, field teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

The role requires strong project management skills, experience with budgeting and scheduling, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, Construction Coordinator, or similar role.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, planning, and coordination.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong computer skills and comfort learning new technology platforms.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of accountability.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of construction projects from kickoff through closeout.
• Coordinate schedules, manpower, materials, subcontractors, and milestones.
• Serve as primary contact between customers, general contractors, field personnel, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Communicate project status updates and potential issues proactively.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, and production goals to keep projects on track.
• Review drawings, specs, and contract documents.
• Track changes, RFIs, submittals, and other project docs.
• Work with field leadership to identify labor needs in advance.
• Attend project meetings with customers, contractors and internal teams.
• Identify risks and develop solutions to protect schedules and profitability.
• Assist with estimating and bidding activities as experience grows.

Skills

Project management

Construction industry knowledge

Scheduling

Budgeting

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Independent work

Job description

Job Title: Construction Project Manager Job Description

We are seeking a Project Manager to join a growing plumbing contractor that partners with some of the region's largest General Contractors on high-profile commercial and industrial construction projects. This company performs work on manufacturing facilities, industrial warehouses, gas stations, and data centers throughout the St. Louis area. This position is ideal for someone with strong project management experience who enjoys leading projects from start to finish, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and proactively driving successful project outcomes. Previous plumbing experience is not required. The company is willing to train the plumbing-specific aspects of the role for candidates who possess strong project management fundamentals, organizational skills, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of construction projects from project kickoff through closeout.
• Coordinate schedules, manpower requirements, material deliveries, subcontractors, and project milestones.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between customers, general contractors, field personnel, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Communicate project status updates and potential issues proactively.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and production goals to ensure projects remain on track.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Track project changes, RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation.
• Work closely with field leadership to ensure labor needs are identified and communicated in advance.
• Attend project meetings with customers, contractors, and internal teams.
• Identify risks and develop solutions before they impact project schedules or profitability.
• Assist with estimating and bidding activities as experience grows within the organization.
• Maintain accurate project records using company software, tablets, and computer systems.

Essential Skills

• Experience in a Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, Construction Coordinator, or similar role.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, planning, and coordination.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong computer skills and comfort learning new technology platforms.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of accountability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Construction, Project management, Change order, Project coordination, Commercial construction, Project engineering.

Why Work Here?

This is a great opportunity for a seasoned Project Manager or someone ready to take their next step. Join a family-owned company that's been around for 40 years and is known for treating their employees extremely well.

Work Environment

The work environment includes both office settings and job sites. Employees will have access to the necessary technologies and equipment to perform their duties effectively.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kirkwood, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $52.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kirkwood,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.