Senior Project Manager

Are you a Senior Project Manager in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction field seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? With a diverse portfolio of residential, energy, commercial, light industrial and public programs, CESO has the opportunity for you to develop your career. 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 “finding purpose through serving others,” so if this speaks to you, let’s connect!

At CESO, it is the role of a Senior Project Manager to plan, execute, and deliver projects for multiple programs in accordance with client expectations. This includes but is not limited to managing the efforts of internal team members as well as third party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. Additionally, the Senior Project Manager will define a project’s objectives, oversee quality control, and maintain responsibility for timelines and budgets. You will have primary responsibilities that include:

Primary Responsibilities

• Define and establish project scope, schedule and budget for projects as well as maintain quality control over a project’s lifecycle
• Outline project objectives and timelines for completion and effectively communicate them to involved parties throughout project
• Identify and manage the project team/project managers and communicate project status and performance to executive leadership
• Lead the preparation of civil engineering project proposals
• Establish team composition and assign workload among project teams
• Serve as a primary point of contact with assigned clients through frequent communication methods and lead client meetings
• Elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other internal departments
• Responsible for invoicing of clients and tracking accounts receivable on a monthly basis
• Act as a team resource on complex engineering issues
• Monitor project progress to ensure adherence with contractual agreements
• Assure project documentation and reporting are accurately maintained
• Oversee coordination with clients as well as outside agencies and consultants for procurement of sub-consultant needs and jurisdictional reviews
• Provide resolution to client and project issues
• Develop and grow business relationships with existing client contacts
• Motivate team members through the creation of a positive work environment by providing mentoring, coaching, and training to assist in professional development
• Other project and supervisory duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Bachelor degree or 20 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 15+ years of professional experience leading the management of projects
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, Deltek, Newforma, and Paylocity
• Excellent communication and delegation skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage and mentor a team

Benefits and 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

CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity. We develop and inspire our Senior Project Managers through training and coaching on the job. At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck. In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events.

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.