Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Overview

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!

• 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.
• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of architecture and engineering projects from project initiation through closeout.
• Serve as the primary client contact, managing relationships, expectations, and communications throughout the project.
• Oversee project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure successful project delivery.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams, ensuring technical quality, schedule adherence, and financial performance.
• Develop and monitor project work plans, including task assignments and deliverables for internal teams and subconsultants.
• Prepare contracts, change orders, fee proposals, and client billing.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, regulations, standards, and client requirements.
• Proactively identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address scope, schedule, and budget challenges.
• Lead internal project meetings and client presentations; prepare progress reports and other project documentation.
• Contribute 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.

• 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.

• 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

$85,897 - $167,023 a year

CESO Compensation Transparency:
The pay band shown reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for this position ual pay is determined by several factors, including location, experience, education, skills, and internal equity. Our pay structures are benchmarked against industry and market data to stay competitive. Each offer is based on a full review of a candidate s background, qualifications, and fit for the role.

Typical new hire pay ranges by location include:
Akron, OH: $85,897 - $108,803;
Cincinnati, OH: $90,669 - $114,848;
Cleveland, OH: $90,669 - $114,848;
Columbus, OH: $90,669 - $114,848;
DeWitt, MI: $85,897 - $108,803.

CESO 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.