Project Manager

CEJarrell Contracting; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CEJarrell Contracting in Saint Louis is seeking a Project Manager to lead mechanical construction projects from initiation through closeout, coordinating schedules, budgets, and quality across design-build MEP work to ensure safety, client satisfaction, and timely delivery.

The role requires a degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering and hands-on experience with HVAC, plumbing, and refrigeration systems. Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in mechanical or construction project management.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and refrigeration systems in commercial environments.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam or MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical construction projects from start to finish on time and on budget.
• Oversee daily project operations including scheduling, coordination, and documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors and clients to maintain clear communication.
• Track progress and costs; manage change orders, submittals, RFIs and closeout documents.
• Support field crews and align drawings, fabrication, and installation.
• Conduct site visits to monitor quality and safety.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Interpreting drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Location: Saint Louis Department: Project Management Listing Date: 2025-08-07 Position: Project Manager Job Type: Full-Time

Overview

Jarrell has been building trusted partnerships since 1954—right here in St. Louis and across the country. As a family-owned, full-service mechanical contractor, we offer complete design-build MEP solutions, including pre-construction, engineering, installation, and service. Our in-house capabilities and state-of-the-art prefabrication shop give us greater control over quality, safety, and schedules from day one. From HVAC and plumbing to refrigeration and mechanical systems, we deliver smart, efficient systems that are built to perform—and built to last. Whether it's data centers, manufacturing plants, schools, or multi-family housing, our team brings hands‑on expertise, innovative thinking, and a commitment to doing the job right every time.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical construction projects from start to finish—keeping them on time, on budget, and on spec.
• Oversee daily project operations including scheduling, coordination, and documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure clear communication and strong working relationships.
• Track project progress and costs; manage change orders, submittals, RFIs, and closeout documents.
• Support field crews and ensure alignment between drawings, fabrication, and installation.
• Conduct job site visits to monitor quality, safety, and installation progress.

Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Experience in mechanical or construction project management.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and refrigeration systems in commercial construction environments.
• Proficient in project management tools (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills—able to keep teams aligned and motivated.
• Organized, solution-focused, and calm under pressure.
• Familiar with interpreting mechanical drawings, specs, and schedules.

Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, 401(k) with match, and PTO.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide variety of project types, tools, and technologies in an engineering-forward company.