Lead Project Manager - Architecture, Engineering, and Construction

Are you an experienced Lead Project Manager in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction field looking for a meaningful career filled with challenges and talented colleagues? At CESO, we offer a unique opportunity to grow your career while positively impacting the world through service — to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We focus on developing leaders and empowering our associates to utilize their skills and talents in line with our mission to "find purpose through serving others." If this resonates with you, we would love to connect!

As a Lead Project Manager at CESO, you will be responsible for:

Planning, executing, and delivering projects on time and within budget, acquiring necessary resources, and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants.

Defining project objectives and overseeing quality control while managing invoicing and accounts receivable.

Overseeing and delivering complex, high-value A&E projects with significant strategic or operational impact.

Maintaining executive-level client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor for key accounts and long-term programs.

Leading all phases of project development, ensuring design excellence and technical accuracy.

Driving financial performance, including profit and loss accountability for assigned projects or portfolios.

Supervising direct reports and other team members, providing leadership and mentorship to project managers and assistant project managers.

Leading contract negotiations, fee development, and project scoping in alignment with business goals and client expectations.

Establishing project goals, performance metrics, and risk management protocols in collaboration with senior leadership.

Advancing internal project delivery standards, tools, and training initiatives across the firm.

Performing other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in architecture, civil engineering, or a related field; a minimum of 10 years of project management experience in a design and construction-related field is preferred.

Professional Licensure (RA, PE, PS, RLA) is preferred.

PMP certification is preferred.

Proficient in Microsoft Suite products, Deltek, and Newforma.

Computer skills necessary for entering daily timesheet data and email correspondence.

Benefits and Perks:

Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule

Paid Time Off - Credited 100% Upfront

401K with Company Match

Rewards and Recognition Program

Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth

Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage

Paid Holidays

Welcome Box

Casual Dress Code

Reimbursement for Professional Licenses

Employee Assistance Program

Company Paid Bonding and Recovery

Employee Events to Foster a Positive Work Environment

The salary range for this position is between $92,450 - $139,772 annually. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including location, experience, education, skills, and internal equity.

CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process may involve the use of AI tools to support various stages, ensuring a fair and efficient selection process.