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Project Manager - Industrial, Manufacturing, Mission Critical

Location: St Louis, Missouri

We are partnering with a leading employee-owned general contractor to hire a Project Manager to oversee Industrial, Manufacturing, and Mission Critical construction projects. You’ll run projects from day one of preconstruction all the way through closeout - managing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client communication while leading teams to successful, safe, high-quality project delivery. If you’re an experienced builder who enjoys ownership, leadership, and problem-solving on complex projects, we’d love to connect.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of construction from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Enforce safety and quality standards; conduct regular site inspections and audits.
• Oversee daily project execution, resolve field issues, and ensure work aligns with plans, specifications, and client expectations.
• Prepare and review estimates, takeoffs, proposals, and subcontractor bids; negotiate and award contracts.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, change orders, vendor invoices, and owner billing.
• Secure permits and ensure compliance with codes, regulations, insurance requirements, and contract obligations.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including RFIs, pay apps, schedules, and closeout materials.
• Lead and mentor project teams (PEs, APMs, PMs, Superintendents) and oversee manpower planning and staffing needs.
• Conduct regular OAC, subcontractor, and internal project meetings to maintain alignment and progress.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, design partners, and subcontractors; strengthen relationships and support future business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering (Civil, Architectural, or related), or equivalent experience.
• 5-7+ years of project management experience
• Proven background delivering large-scale ($60M+) projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Demonstrated leadership, team management, and collaborative communication skills.
• Proficient with construction software and productivity tools (e.g., Procore, Microsoft Office)

Why Join

• Opportunity to lead major builds with a reputable, growing contractor.
• Supportive team culture focused on safety, collaboration, and long-term relationships.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Compensation: Competitive salary + vehicle allowance or company vehicle + gas card + performance incentives + benefits (ESOP, 401K, PTO) + additional benefits (continued education, gym, referrals, and more)

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Position: Project Manager

Cole is a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary company providing Civil Engineering, Surveying, Landscape Architecture, ADA Transition Planning, and GIS services to our clients. Cole has a national presence with offices in St. Louis, St. Charles, and O’Fallon, MO, and Phoenix AZ.

While our offices and services span the U.S., we take pride in our strong company culture. Cole is a collaborative and forward-thinking company, and we believe in providing our employees with an active and fun work environment. We are multiple offices, one company!

Our robust benefits package includes competitive pay, group insurance, a retirement plan, paid vacation/paid time, flexible schedules and we support and encourage training and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Consistent and professional client communication
• Manage the design, budget, and schedule of residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects to ensure the profitability of projects.
• Perform QA/QC on all assigned projects.
• Invoicing
• Assist and support the Relationship Development team and company growth by establishing and supporting new and existing client relationships and procuring new projects
• Coordinating with outside consultants and architects.
• Engage in candidate interviews and selection.
• Assist in training and mentoring design staff
• Performing and coordinating engineering design
• Collaborating with designers
• Client management
• Consultant coordination
• Preparing feasibility reports and cost estimates

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent preferred
• Registered Professional Engineer within the state
• Minimum 6 years of experience
• Excellent time management skills, organizational and communication abilities
• Ability to maintain a strong sense of focus and confidence under tight deadlines and varying workloads
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge in CAD software

It is the policy of Cole & Associates, Inc. a Missouri Corporation d.b.a Cole Design Group, Inc. in Arizona, herein referred to as "Cole" not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran.