Project Manager IV

Bi--state-Development-Agenc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 112,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits and coverage

PTO 4 weeks

10 paid holidays + floating holiday

401(k) retirement plan

Unum supplemental benefits

Wellness program with free healthscre

EAP

PSLF eligibility

Gym discounts

Onsite gyms 9 locations

Free MetroLink and MetroBus access

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

Bi-State Development seeks a Senior Project Manager, Engineering to oversee transit-related capital projects involving facilities, systems, and infrastructure. You will manage project execution, field coordination, compliance, and staff oversight to ensure timely completion of project segments.

This role requires the ability to read drawings and specifications, coordinate with consultants and contractors, and ensure QA/QC across field work.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret project drawings, specs, geotechnical reports, and contract docs.
• Strong communication skills, written and oral, with stakeholders and BSD leadership.
• Extensive knowledge of construction materials, practices, and management principles.
• Experience coordinating with consultants, contractors, utilities, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Meet with BSD leadership to advise on work activities and resolve delays.
• Coordinate project plans, schedules, and field activities; report delays promptly.
• Prepare progress reports and staffing plans for field status and issues.
• Review construction plans for adequacy and ensure adherence to standards.
• Conduct field inspections to verify QA/QC and compliance with specs.
• Monitor contract progress, sub-contractors, and interdependent activities.
• Coordinate with utilities for relocations, estimates, and payments.
• Serve as primary liaison between contractors and designers; document responses.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and risk for assigned capital projects.
• Develop contingency plans for unexpected changes or emergencies.

Skills

Reading drawings

Communication

Construction knowledge

Field coordination

Education

High School / GED

Bachelor's in Civil/Construction

Tools

CAD software

Estimating tools

Job description

• Join a company committed to making a positive impact in the community
• Enjoy comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day
• Earn 4 weeks of paid time off (PTO) each year
• Take advantage of 10 paid holidays annually – plus a floating holiday to celebrate your birthday
• Contribute to our company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan
• Access supplemental benefits through Unum, including off-the-job accident, critical illness, whole life, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Participate in our wellness program, which includes free health screenings
• Use our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources
• Bi-State Development is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Get exclusive gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and OneLife Fitness at Ballpark Village
• Work out anytime at one of our nine onsite gyms, available 24/7
• Enjoy free MetroLink and MetroBus access
• Save with discounted cell phone plans

Let us support your well-being and professional growth while making a difference!

Job Summary

The Senior Project Manager, Engineering is a professional role responsible for overseeing consultant and contractor activities for transit-related capital projects involving facilities, systems, and infrastructure. This role manages project execution, field coordination, compliance, and staff oversight, ensuring the timely completion of assigned project segments.

Job Responsibilities

• Meets with BSD management and staff to advise on work activities and resolve problems affecting project completion.
• Implements coordination of project plans, schedules, and activities; reports delays and problems and ensures alignment with organization goals.
• Prepares project correspondence, progress reports, and other documents related to field status or issues and ensures appropriate project staffing.
• Reviews plans and specifications for construction adequacy, ensures adherence to construction standards and practices, and supports implementation of approved changes based on field conditions.
• Conducts field inspections and ensures contractor work complies with technical plans and specifications, as well as safety and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) plans.
• Maintains awareness of all contract aspects and project progress, including work status,
  contractor schedules, interrelated activities, and projected completion dates.
• Coordinates with utility companies on utility relocation, obtains estimates, prepares purchase requisitions, monitors progress, and approves payments.
• Serves as primary point of contact between contractors and designers, coordinates responses to field inquiries, and ensures documentation in contract documents.
• Coordinates project activities to ensure adherence to schedules and budgets.
• Under the direction of leadership, supports the coordination and execution of assigned capital projects.
• Develops plans for unexpected situations, new developments, business changes, and
  emergencies, and responds to changing project conditions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong ability to read and understand project drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and other contract documents.
• Working knowledge of computer-aided drafting, surveying, and cost estimating concepts and tools.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with BSD management and stakeholders.
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing construction activities.
• Extensive knowledge of building materials and equipment, construction practices, and techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of engineering design and construction project management principles and practices.
• General office conditions with regular computer-based work.
• Frequent coordination with consultants, contractors, utility companies, engineers, and internal stakeholders.
• Regular presence at construction, field, fabrication, and transit project sites as operational needs require.
• Occasional exposure to active construction environments, including noise, uneven surfaces, weather, and moving equipment.
• Occasional use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in field, construction, or
  inspection areas.
• Leadership role requiring oversight of staff, project coordination, and resolution of complex field and operational issues.

Physical Abilities

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer, reviewing reports, or attending meetings.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods at construction, field, and project sites.
• Ability to navigate stairs, uneven terrain, and active construction zones safely during inspections.
• Ability to read detailed drawings, specifications, reports, and project documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively in office, meeting, and field environments with varying noise levels.
• Ability to travel between multiple sites and locations as required.
• Ability to lift and carry work-related items up to 25 lbs.

Compensation

111,750.00 - 149,000.00 (Annually)

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Education

Minimum High School or GEDPreferred 4 Year / Bachelors Degree
Civil engineering, construction management, or related field

Experience

5 years
Minimum of (5) five years of related professional experience.

Certifications & Licenses

Professional Engineer (P.E.) required

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Bi-State Development is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation Disclosure

Bi-State Development is committed to ensuring all employees are compensated fairly. The salary range provided reflects our current expectations for this position.