Project Manager

Tiello; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Paid Healthcare

401(k) with company match

Vehicle allowance

Competitive Bonus structure

PTO and holidays

Professional development and mentoring

Opportunity to lead your own projects

Long-term career advancement

Job summary

Tiello is seeking a First-Year Project Manager in the Greater St. Louis area to lead commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout, coordinating with clients, subcontractors, and field teams to deliver on time and within budget.

This role is ideal for someone who has served as a Senior Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager and wants ownership, direct client exposure, and strong mentorship to grow into larger, more complex projects with long-term advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 4–6 years of commercial construction experience with a General Contractor.
• Experience as Senior Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or early-career PM.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage day-to-day project coordination, scheduling, and execution.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, superintendents, and project stakeholders.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and project documentation.
• Assist with procurement and subcontractor buyout.
• Track project budgets, costs, change orders, and financial performance.
• Review drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Lead owner, architect, and subcontractor meetings.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Compensation:

Up to $100,000 - 115,000 Base + Bonuses + 401(k) Match

Employment Type:

Full-Time | General Contractor | Commercial Construction

Benefits Include

• Fully Paid Healthcare
• 401(k) with company match
• Vehicle allowance
• Competitive Bonus structure
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and mentorship
• Opportunity to lead your own commercial projects
• Long-term career advancement opportunities
• Strong team-oriented culture with local projects

About the Company

Tiello is partnered with a highly respected St. Louis-based General Contractor known for its craftsmanship, integrity, and strong client relationships. With a diverse portfolio of commercial projects ranging from ground-up construction to complex renovations, this firm has built a reputation for delivering quality work while fostering long-term relationships with clients and employees alike.

With a consistent local backlog and a collaborative culture, the company encourages innovation, supports professional growth, and gives emerging Project Managers the opportunity to take ownership and make an impact.

Position Overview

The company is seeking a First-Year Project Manager who is ready to take the next step in their construction career and begin leading commercial projects of their own.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has built a strong foundation as a Senior Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager and is ready for increased responsibility, project ownership, and direct exposure to clients.

Rather than remaining in a support role, you'll have the opportunity to lead projects from preconstruction through closeout, managing subcontractors, schedules, budgets, documentation, and client communication.

You'll have the autonomy to grow as a Project Manager while still having the support and mentorship of experienced leadership when needed.

Project & Company Highlights

• Opportunity to lead your own projects
• Commercial projects ranging from $20K to $5M
• Mix of ground-up and renovation projects
• Diverse portfolio including commercial, municipal, retail, restaurant, and multifamily
• All projects located within the Greater St. Louis Metro Area
• Direct exposure to clients, subcontractors, and senior leadership
• Strong mentorship while developing as a Project Manager
• Collaborative, team-first culture
• Long-term advancement opportunities as you take on larger and more complex projects

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Manage day-to-day project coordination, scheduling, and execution
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, Superintendents, and project stakeholders
• Manage RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and project documentation
• Assist with and take ownership of procurement and subcontractor buyout
• Track project budgets, costs, change orders, and financial performance
• Review drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Participate in and lead owner, architect, and subcontractor meetings
• Communicate directly with clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate closely with field teams to maintain schedule and quality
• Support safety compliance, quality control, and project closeout
• Help ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• 4–6 years of commercial construction experience with a General Contractor
• Experience as a Senior Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or early-career Project Manager
• Experience supporting or managing ground-up and/or renovation commercial projects
• Understanding of RFIs, submittals, change orders, scheduling, procurement, and project financials
• Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction software is a plus
• Ready to transition from supporting projects to taking ownership and leading them

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tiello is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other