Project Manager-Industrial -Industrial

CESO Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 85,897 - 167,023; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Hybrid work schedule

401K with company match

Paid time off upfront

Training and development

Job summary

CESO, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager – Architecture, Engineering, and Construction to lead multi-disciplinary design and construction projects from initiation through closeout.

You will serve as the primary client contact, manage budgets, schedules, resources, and risk, coordinate teams, prepare contracts and change orders, and contribute to business development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or related field; 4+ years managing projects in design/construction preferred.
• Professional Licensure (RA, PE, PS, RLA) preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Deltek and Newforma; Outlook experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages the full lifecycle of architecture and engineering projects from initiation through closeout.
• Serves as the primary client contact, managing relationships, expectations, and communications.
• Oversees planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure project success.
• Coordinates multi-disciplinary teams ensuring technical quality, schedule adherence, and financial performance.
• Prepares contracts, change orders, fee proposals, and client billing.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Budgeting & scheduling

Client relationship

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Deltek

Newforma

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Project Manager – Architecture, Engineering, and Construction.

Primary 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.

Position Requirements

• 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;
• Or 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 and Perks

• 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

Compensation

$85,897 - $167,023 a year

CESO Compensation Transparency

The pay band shown reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for this position at CESO. Actual pay is determined by several factors, including location, experience, education, skills, and internal equity. Our pay structures are benchmarked against industry and market data to stay competitive. Each offer is based on a full review of a candidate’s background, qualifications, and fit for the role.

Pay Band by Location

• Cincinnati, OH: $90,669 - $114,848
• Cleveland, OH: $90,669 - $114,84
• Dallas, TX: $100,214 - $126,937
• St. Louis, MO: $90,669 - $114,84

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.