Project Manager

Ceso; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule

Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100%Up

401K with a Company Match

Training and Development

Paid Holidays

Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage

Reimbursement for Professional Liceses

Job summary

CESO, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager in Architecture, Engineering and Construction to lead design and construction projects across residential, energy, commercial, light industrial and public programs.

You will plan, execute and deliver within schedule and budget while coordinating resources, quality control, invoicing, and client communications. Responsibilities include proposals, scope and fee development, client liaison, team leadership, risk mitigation and progress reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering; 4+ years managing design/construction projects preferred; 10 years exp/training required.
• Professional Licensure (RA, PE, PS, RLA) preferred.
• PMP certification preferred; strong MS Outlook and timesheet data entry skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Deltek and Newforma.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and construction projects from initiation through closeout.
• Prepare proposals, scope, schedule, budgets, change orders and billing.
• Manage client relationships, expectations and communications.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, ensure quality, schedule and budget adherence.
• Develop work plans, assign tasks and supervise subconsultants and internal staff.
• Ensure compliance with codes and client requirements; identify and mitigate risks.
• Support business development through proposals and project interviews.
• Oversee billing and accounts receivable in collaboration with accounting.
• Supervise direct reports and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project leadership

Client communication

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Deltek

Newforma

PMP certification

Job description

We are looking for a Project Manager in Architecture, Engineering and Construction to lead design and construction projects across residential, energy, commercial, light industrial and public programs. The role involves planning, executing and delivering projects within schedule and budget while coordinating resources, quality control, invoicing, and client communications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals to provide professional services for individual projects or programs including scope, schedule, fee budget, as well as fee negotiations, change order preparation, monthly billing and coordinate other contract negotiations with senior leadership.
• Accountable for the team’s quality of work, productivity, and actions.
• Leads and manages the full lifecycle of architecture and engineering projects from project initiation through closeout.
• Serves as the primary client contact, managing relationships, expectations, and communications throughout the project.
• Oversees project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure successful project delivery.
• Coordinates multi-disciplinary project teams, ensuring technical quality, schedule adherence, and financial performance.
• Develops and monitors project work plans, including task assignments and deliverables for internal teams and subconsultants.
• Prepares contracts, change orders, fee proposals, and client billing.
• Ensures compliance with applicable building codes, regulations, standards, and client requirements.
• Proactively identifies project risks and develops mitigation strategies to address scope, schedule, and budget challenges.
• Leads internal project meetings and client presentations; prepares progress reports and other project documentation.
• Contributes to business development efforts, including proposal development and project interviews.
• Responsible for billing, invoicing the project, and tracking/managing a client’s accounts receivable in collaboration with the accounting department to ensure payment by contract terms.
• Supervising direct reports is a key responsibility of this job.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or related field, with a minimum of 4 years of experience directly managing projects in a design and construction related field is preferred; 10 years related experience and/or training is required.
• Professional Licensure (RA, PE, PS, RLA) is preferred.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, Deltek, and Newforma.

Benefits

• Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
• Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront
• 401K with a Company Match
• Rewards and Recognition Program
• Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage
• Welcome Box
• Casual Dress Code
• Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
• Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
• Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Bonding and Recovery
• Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment

Equal Opportunity Employment

CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug‑free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required.