The Project Manager plans and executes projects, managing teams and client communications, ensuring quality control, timelines, and budgets are met, while fostering team development.
Are you a 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 Project Manager to plan, execute, and deliver projects 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 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
- Serve as a primary point of contact with assigned clients through frequent communication methods and lead client meetings
- Lead the preparation of project proposals
- Manage a staff of technicians and assign workloads
- Communicate project status and performance to executive leadership
- 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
- Elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other internal departments
- Provide resolution to client and project issues
- Responsible for invoicing of clients and tracking accounts receivable on a monthly basis
- 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's degree or 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 4+ years of experience assisting with the managing of projects or managing projects directly in a design and construction related fields
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, 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 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.
Top Skills
Autocad
Deltek
Microsoft Office Suite
Newforma
Paylocity
CESO, INC. Charlotte, North Carolina, USA Office
1515 Mockingbird Lane, Suite 700, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28209
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