Senior Project Manager

CESO, INC.

. Prepare proposals for professional services, including scope, schedule, fee budget, fee negotiations, change orders, monthly billing, and contract negotiations.

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeDayton • Ohio • United StatesSenior💰 $96,148 - $195,149 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex architecture and engineering projects, ensuring quality control, financial performance, and client relationship management. Proficient in project development, contract negotiation, and team leadership across multiple disciplines.

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Project ManagementContract NegotiationFinancial Performance AccountabilityTeam LeadershipClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Project DevelopmentQuality ControlFee BudgetingChange OrdersInvoicingRisk ManagementScope DevelopmentPerformance MetricsArchitectureCivil Engineering

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentorshipCommunicationNegotiationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SuiteDeltekNewformaMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Licensure (RA, PE, PS, RLA)PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Design and ConstructionProject BillingClient Accounts ReceivableHybrid Work ArrangementExecutive-Level Client Relationships

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare proposals for professional services, including scope, schedule, fee budget, fee negotiations, change orders, monthly billing, and contract negotiations.
Ensure team quality, productivity, and actions.
Oversee and deliver complex, high-value architecture and engineering projects.
Maintain executive-level client relationships and act as a trusted advisor.
Lead all phases of project development, design excellence, quality control, and technical accuracy.
Drive financial performance and profit-and-loss accountability.
Handle project billing, invoicing, and client accounts receivable with accounting.
Supervise direct reports and manage multiple teams and subconsultants across disciplines and locations.
Provide leadership and mentorship to project managers and assistant project managers.
Lead contract negotiation, fee development, and project scoping.
Pursue new work and grow strategic accounts with market and business development leaders.
Establish project goals, performance metrics, and risk management protocols.
Advance internal project delivery standards, tools, and training initiatives.
Represent CESO in project communications with clients throughout agreements and in post-agreement marketing activities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in architecture, civil engineering or related field, with a minimum of 10 years of experience directly managing projects in a design and construction related field is preferred; Or 15 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.
Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required.
Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement in Dayton or Cincinnati, Ohio.

Benefits

Comp & 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