Project Manager - Construction

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of St. Louis seeks a seasoned professional to oversee design and construction for Archdiocesan facilities, focusing on cost control and schedule adherence. The role includes managing environmental projects such as asbestos and lead abatement across properties.

You will coordinate with the finance office, parishes, and external designers, ensuring compliance and timely project delivery while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years’ experience in project management or owner representation, with emphasis on commercial or institutional projects.
• BS Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture from a four year accredited college.
• Knowledge of building code requirements.
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a timely and professional manner.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information, in a manner consistent with the job functions.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Archdiocesan finance office to help the Parishes, Schools and Agencies (P/S/A) develop attainable program budgets for all required work.
• Assist all P/S/A in cost control measures on all Archdiocesan renovation and addition projects.
• Develop, establish and revise as necessary engineering and construction policies and objectives, with the assistance of the Director of Building and Real Estate.
• Assist parishes in soliciting architects/designers for capital improvement projects
• Monitor drawing preparation with Project Designers and parish representatives.
• Provide list of competent contractors to bid on projects
• Monitor and approve all change orders.
• Monitor and approve all payment applications.
• Attend construction meetings and monitor project progress, helping the contractor and parish personnel coordinate activities as project oversight for the Archdiocese.
• Work to resolve problems and disputes between contractors, subcontractors, parishes, suppliers, and Architects.
• Assist with facilities engineering and maintenance issues at the Cardinal Rigali Center and other Archdiocese-owned and operated facilities.
• Missouri Department of Natural Resources designated “responsible person” for the Archdiocese with relation to any and all asbestos work.
• Enforce all required document collection necessary for compliance with Federally mandated AHERA requirements in all Archdiocesan buildings.
• Assist parishes in soliciting quotations for asbestos removal, lead abatement and mold remediation projects, and any other required environmental concerns within the Archdiocesan properties.
• Assist in and ensure proper third-party monitoring before, during, and after environmental projects.
• Work with parishes, third party consultants, and contractors to ensure environmental remediation work is started and completed when necessary, within reasonable time frames, in order to keep from affecting other parish activities

Skills

Project management

Owner representation

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's in CM/Engineering/Architecture

Job description

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The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for overseeing design and construction at all Archdiocesan managed facilities, with emphasis on cost control and maintenance of design and construction schedules. The Manager will also be responsible for the management of environmental projects including but not limited to asbestos abatement, lead abatement, mold testing, and removal, and other environmental issues at all Archdiocesan run facilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with the Archdiocesan finance office to help the Parishes, Schools and Agencies (P/S/A) develop attainable program budgets for all required work.
• Assist all P/S/A in cost control measures on all Archdiocesan renovation and addition projects.
• Develop, establish and revise as necessary engineering and construction policies and objectives, with the assistance of the Director of Building and Real Estate.
• Assist parishes in soliciting architects/designers for capital improvement projects
• Monitor drawing preparation with Project Designers and parish representatives.
• Provide list of competent contractors to bid on projects
• Monitor and approve all change orders.
• Monitor and approve all payment applications.
• Attend construction meetings and monitor project progress, helping the contractor and parish personnel coordinate activities as project oversight for the Archdiocese.
• Work to resolve problems and disputes between contractors, subcontractors, parishes, suppliers, and Architects.
• Assist with facilities engineering and maintenance issues at the Cardinal Rigali Center and other Archdiocese-owned and operated facilities.
• Missouri Department of Natural Resources designated “responsible person” for the Archdiocese with relation to any and all asbestos work.
• Enforce all required document collection necessary for compliance with Federally mandated AHERA requirements in all Archdiocesan buildings.
• Assist parishes in soliciting quotations for asbestos removal, lead abatement and mold remediation projects, and any other required environmental concerns within the Archdiocesan properties.
• Assist in and ensure proper third-party monitoring before, during, and after environmental projects.
• Work with parishes, third party consultants, and contractors to ensure environmental remediation work is started and completed when necessary, within reasonable time frames, in order to keep from affecting other parish activities

Job Requirements

• 5 - 7 years’ experience in project management or owner representation, with emphasis on commercial or institutional projects. Preferred
• BS Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture from a four year accredited college. Preferred
• Knowledge of building code requirements
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a timely and professional manner
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information, in a manner consistent with the job functions

Skills & Attitudes Required for Success in Job

• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment
• Good management skills, including the ability to organize, prioritize and evaluate work

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

Our Mission

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.