Project Manager – Industrial

CESO, INC.

Project Manager leading architecture and engineering projects at CESO with a focus on client relations and project delivery. Empowering team members to impact communities through service.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeSt. Louis • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,897 - $167,023 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including planning, budgeting, and resource allocation, while ensuring compliance with building codes and client requirements. Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage client relationships effectively throughout the project lifecycle.

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Project ManagementClient Relationship ManagementBudgeting and Financial PerformanceCompliance with Building CodesTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningChange Order PreparationProposal DevelopmentRisk Mitigation StrategiesContract Negotiation

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SuiteDeltekNewforma

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationProfessional Licensure (RA, PE, PS, RLA)

Industry Keywords

ArchitectureCivil EngineeringDesign and ConstructionProject Lifecycle ManagementQuality Assurance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Comp & 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