Project Manager

Project Manager

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, lets connect!

At CESO, the Project Manager is to plan, execute, and deliver projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also define the projects objectives, oversee quality control and be responsible for invoicing and managing of accounts receivable. The Project Manager will represent CESO in all project related communications with client from initial effort throughout entire course of agreement activity, and in post agreement marketing activities on a regular basis.

Primary Responsibilities

• 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 teams 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 clients 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.

Position Requirements

Benefits and Perks

CESO Compensation Transparency :

The pay band shown reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for this position at CESO. Actual 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 candidates background, qualifications, and fit for the role.

Below are the typical new hire pay ranges for this position based on location :

Dayton, OH : $87,182 - $110,431

Akron, OH : $82,594 - $104,619

Cincinnati, OH : $87,182 - $110,431

Cleveland, OH : $87,182 - $110,431

St. Louis, MO : $87,182 - $110,431

CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity. We develop and inspire 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.

$82,594 - $160,599 a year

Compensation details : 82594-160599 Yearly Salary

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