Senior Project Manager (Industrial Construction)

Jobot; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Project Manager for industrial construction in St. Louis, MO. You will lead self-perform projects up to $30M, oversee client relationships, and drive safety, scheduling, and cost control across a growing pipeline in the Midwest.

The role requires 5–10+ years of project management experience in self-perform construction, with strong knowledge of estimation, project planning, and ERP systems. Competitive compensation includes ESOP ownership and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of progressive experience in project management on self-perform construction.
• Experience estimating and managing industrial projects in the $5–10M range.
• Strong leadership and communication to coordinate cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project value through strong client service and project leadership.
• Manage full project lifecycle from engagement to completion, including cost, scope, quality, safety, and scheduling.
• Lead weekly progress meetings, review reports, and maintain labor/material data for control and analysis.
• Build trusted client relationships to grow regional market presence and opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Estimating leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Procore

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Project Manager (Industrial Construction)

$120000 - $150000 per year | St. Louis, MO | On-site | Permanent

Senior Project Manager (Industrial Construction) - St. Louis, MO

A bit about us:

Self-performing, high-quality industrial solutions for Fortune 500 and privately held companies across a wide array of automotive, manufacturing, chemical, and other industries.

Why join us?

Looking for an entrepreneurial, client-driven Senior Project Manager to oversee a growing pipeline of heavy industrial, manufacturing, and food & beverage projects across the St. Louis region and the Midwest!

Manages 700+ projects per year, ranging up to $30M in size and made possible through the partnership with a highly skilled 200+ union workforce. Client-focused approach includes an unending dedication to safety, superior project management, one of a kind self-perform construction, and a commitment to retain the best skilled craftspeople in the industry.

As a 100% employee-owned and managed entity (ESOP), ownership structure fosters a deep sense of community, promotes and rewards collaboration, and reflects the core values upon which success is based. Employees are the life blood of the company – they are a family of customer-driven, positive, and hardworking individuals who embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and who value employee productivity to achieve company profitability.

SHARED VALUES DRIVE SUCCESS – driven by a strong set of core values that looks beyond the short-term bottom line. Values curiosity and openness, respect and collaboration, dedication to excellence, and, most importantly, permission to take ownership and to do the right thing for clients and customers in all instances!

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS – offers a competitive base salary and annual bonus tied to individual and company goals. Every employee participates in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Also offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits; paid time off plus holidays; vehicle and cell phone allowance; and a matching 401k plan.

Job Details

YOUR ROLE AS SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Reporting to Project Director, you will serve as a key project leader within the overall organization and join a close-knit team committed to client success and construction project excellence.

• Deliver Exceptional Value [Client Service] – Within the DNA of every senior leader is a client-centric mentality. Navigating project challenges and resolving issues in a productive and positive manner to ensure ongoing value and project success is expected. You will lead weekly project progress meetings to address safety, scheduling, material availability, submittals, changes and delays, legal and risk management issues. You will review monthly project reports, approve vendor invoices and timesheets, and maintain all labor and material data for project control and analysis.
• Ensure Project Success [Project Estimation + Management] – You will be responsible for managing the full scope of industrial projects, from client engagement to estimation and through project completion. You will make critical decisions regarding project cost, scope, quality, safety, and scheduling. You will ensure adherence to schedule and budget, communicate proactively, and visit client job sites to ensure project compliance, safety, and staffing.
• Serve as Entrepreneurial Thought Partner [Culture + Collaboration] – You will work with a team of project professionals, partnering closely with dedicated and experienced field crew to ensure successful and timely project delivery. Your insight on best practices and process improvements are welcomed and your ability to communicate transparently will be valued.
• Stand Out as Brand Ambassador [Relationship Development + Market Growth] – As a face and voice in the local region, you will be on the front lines of client relationships and a visible part of the larger St. Louis community. Representing in an ethical and professional manner, you will build deep trusted client relationships that attract repeat project requests and engage with a wide base of regional stakeholders that help expand regional market and referral base.

IS THIS A MATCH FOR YOU?

• You have an entrepreneurial spirit – You enjoy putting innovation to work and finding creative and cost-effective solutions for clients. You think holistically about projects and have an ability to flex between strategic and tactical priorities. You are forward thinking and up to date on current technology and changes in the industry.
• You bring strong project & people management experience – You bring 5-10+ years of progressive experience in project management on self-perform construction. You are well versed in the complexities of estimation, preconstruction, project planning and operational execution for $5-10M projects. You have a progressive and innovative attitude towards people, safety, and compliance and proactively assume responsibility for project results.
• You love building trusted relationships – You build trusted relationships with clients and internal stakeholders. You have an ability to connect with people at all levels and believe each team member makes a difference. You bring a genuine, solutions-based approach to client service and issue resolution that aligns with company values. You communicate transparently with frequency and clarity.
• You have a four year degree or related field experience in industrial construction project management.
• You bring strong technology skills, including proficiency in project management software platforms and ERP systems. Experience with Procore a plus!

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