Project Manager - Public Works

Ceso; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Hybrid work schedule

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Professional development

Job summary

CESO, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to plan, execute, and deliver roadway and public infrastructure projects on time and within budget.

You will coordinate resources and third‑party contractors, define objectives, oversee quality, and manage client communications from start to close. The role includes preparing proposals, tracking costs, and supporting business development with a focus on compliance, risk mitigation, and timely invoicing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Licensure (RA, PE, PS, RLA) preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals with scope, schedule, and fees; coordinate contracts and negotiations.
• Lead and supervise project teams; ensure quality and schedule adherence.
• Manage client relationships and communications throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation to deliver projects on plan.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Budgeting

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering

Professional Licensure (RA/PE/PS/RLA)

PMP certification

Tools

Deltek

Newforma

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Manager

Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service – to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of “empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients’ visions to life,” so if this speaks to you, let’s connect!

At CESO, a Project Manager is to plan, execute, and deliver roadway and public infrastructure projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third‑party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives, oversee quality control and be responsible for invoicing and managing of accounts receivable. The Project Manager will represent CESO in all project related communications with client from initial effort throughout entire course of agreement activity, and in post agreement marketing activities on a regular basis.

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.

Qualifications

• 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

• 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

EEO Statement

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.