Project Manager - AEC

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CRB is seeking a Project Manager in Kansas City, MO, with a strong background in leading multidisciplinary design projects across architecture and engineering teams. The role emphasizes client relationship management, proactive risk handling, and delivering on schedule and budget targets within a hybrid office setting in Kansas City.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years’ experience in project management within design firms, experience with life sciences or related fields is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant project management experience, preferably within an architecture or engineering design firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary design projects, coordinating architectural and engineering teams through all phases of design delivery.
• Develop and manage project work plans, schedules, and budgets to support high-quality, on-time, and on-budget design execution.
• Serve as the primary client contact during the design phase, fostering trusted relationships and ensuring a positive client experience.
• Facilitate clear communication and collaboration across internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and changes; proactively identify and address scope, schedule, or budget impacts.
• Ensure adherence to CRB’s design standards, quality procedures, and project controls.
• Support project staffing needs in coordination with discipline leaders.
• Track and report project performance metrics, including financials, schedule adherence, and client satisfaction.
• Contribute to business development efforts by supporting client relationships and identifying opportunities for follow-on work

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relationship management

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our 1,200 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

Job Description

The Project Manager is responsible for the direction and performance of consulting, design or construction management services for assigned project(s) of a nature greater in scope, valuation and complexity and with larger teamsthan those generally managed by the Project Manager. Responsible for client relationship management, including creating a positive experience that will lead to future work. Projects often include several subcontracts and may include several aspects of an integrated ONEsolution delivery methodology.

Location: Kansas City, MO - Hybrid work mode, three days in office

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary design projects, coordinating architectural and engineering teams through all phases of design delivery
• Develop and manage project work plans, schedules, and budgets to support high-quality, on-time, and on-budget design execution
• Serve as the primary client contact during the design phase, fostering trusted relationships and ensuring a positive client experience
• Facilitate clear communication and collaboration across internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders
• Monitor project progress, risks, and changes; proactively identify and address scope, schedule, or budget impacts
• Ensure adherence to CRB’s design standards, quality procedures, and project controls
• Support project staffing needs in coordination with discipline leaders
• Track and report project performance metrics, including financials, schedule adherence, and client satisfaction
• Contribute to business development efforts by supporting client relationships and identifying opportunities for follow-on work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant project management experience, preferably within an architecture or engineering design firm
• Demonstrated experience managing design projects or serving as a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager on complex, multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in Life Sciences, Food & Beverage, AEC, Pharma, Advanced Manufacturing, related field,preferred

Additional Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach with the ability to lead and influence diverse design teams
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced design environment
• Foundational understanding of architectural and engineering disciplines and the design project lifecycle
• Professional certification (e.g., PMP, AECPM™) is preferred or willingness to obtain

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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