Regional Project Manager

Cochran; Osage Beach (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cochran is seeking a Regional Project Manager for the Lake of the Ozarks region in Osage Beach, MO. This leadership role requires a Professional Engineer (PE) who can build client relationships, lead teams, and deliver projects from concept to construction.

The ideal candidate has strong project management experience, technical expertise, and a passion for mentoring staff and developing new business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Missouri or eligible for licensure.
• 7+ years of progressive civil engineering design, PM, and client development experience.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and develop new business.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering projects from planning through construction.
• Serve as primary client contact and maintain relationships with public and private partners.
• Develop and pursue new business opportunities and support fee development.
• Mentor, train, and supervise engineers and technical staff.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Manage scopes, schedules, budgets, resources, and quality control processes.
• Collaborate with leadership to grow the Lake of the Ozarks region through client engagement and strategy.
• Represent Cochran at professional organizations and events.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Leadership

Mentoring staff

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Missouri

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Cochran is a growing civil engineering firm with 7 Missouri offices, offering services in construction administration, materials testing, architectural and geotechnical engineering, and land surveying. Serving both public and private sectors, Cochran's expertise spans municipal, commercial, residential, transportation, water/wastewater, site development, retail, planning, and interior design. With 120+ professionals, the firm delivers tailored solutions backed by deep expertise and is guided by core values of teamwork, excellence, quality, and trust-ensuring principal involvement and outstanding service throughout every project.

Cochran's Osage Beach, Missouri location, is looking for a Regional Project Manager to join our team.

Position Overview

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced Professional Engineer (PE) who thrives on building client relationships, leading teams, and delivering successful projects from concept through construction. The Regional Project Manager will provide leadership for Cochran's Lake of the Ozarks region, oversee project delivery, mentor engineering staff, and play a key role in business development and strategic growth. The ideal candidate is a motivated professional with strong technical expertise, proven project management experience, and a passion for serving clients and developing people.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil engineering projects from planning and design through permitting, bidding, and construction.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships with public and private sector partners.
• Develop and pursue new business opportunities while supporting proposal preparation and fee development.
• Mentor, train, and supervise engineers, designers, and technical staff to support professional growth and project success.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with company quality standards.
• Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, resources, and quality control processes.
• Collaborate with company leadership to grow the Lake of the Ozarks region through client engagement, staff development, and strategic planning.
• Represent Cochran at professional organizations, industry events, community functions, and client meetings.
• Support the recruitment, retention, and development of engineering talent within the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Missouri, or ability to obtain Missouri licensure through reciprocity.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering design, project management, and client development.
• Proven success managing client relationships and developing new business opportunities.
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience mentoring, managing, and developing technical staff.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering design software preferred.
• Experience working with municipal, transportation, site development, land development, or water/wastewater projects is preferred.

Cochran is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.