Industrial Project Manager

Overview

Exciting Opportunity for a Project Manager (Industrial) 

Are you an experienced Project Manager seeking a dynamic role with a mix of challenge and adventure? We’re looking for a driven, detail-oriented professional to lead complex projects across various industries, with the added excitement of travel opportunities. Based in St. Louis, this position offers the perfect balance of leadership, strategy, and hands-on project management in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. If you thrive on solving problems, delivering results, and managing diverse teams, this is the ideal opportunity for you to make a significant impact. Join us and take your career to new heights with a role that offers both professional growth and exploration!

The role is responsible for the overall planning, directing, coordinating, and financial outcome for large, $50+ million, complex construction projects along with smaller projects simultaneously. This position is involved in the conceptual development of construction projects and oversees the fast-paced project from breaking ground to completion. You will succeed by contributing to an industry leading team that inspires confidence and has a proven 40-year history with revenue growth over $1.5 billion.

At Brinkmann Constructors, we don't just build buildings-we build community, relationships, and a team that inspires confidence. It's the passion and expertise of our employee-owners that drive our success, pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence in the construction industry. By joining our team, you can deliver outstanding results with an industry leader while building your career. Together, let's build a future we can be proud of and make a difference, one construction project at a time. Our purpose is people. Our passion is building.

Responsibilities

• Execute and enforce safety standards, processes, and procedures ensuring project site is kept clean and organized. Conduct weekly safety inspections and monthly safety audits.
• Enforce quality standards, processes and procedures, conduct quality control audits.
• Direct all construction activities and administrative processes to ensure successful project planning, execution, and closure.
• Support the identification and pursuit of new business development opportunities while maintaining repeat client relationships.
• Estimate and takeoff the scope, cost and duration of project; analyze bids made by subcontractors; select and contract subcontractors and prepare the bid proposal for submission to the owner.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions.
• Find the best right answer by recommending methods, materials and layouts to reduce construction costs based on design needs/capabilities.
• Determine needed resources, such as manpower, materials and equipment, from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations.
• Obtain all necessary permits and licenses; direct or monitor compliance with building and safety codes, other regulations, and requirements set by the project’s insurers.
• Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods to drive down costs, save time and deliver value.
• Maintain the communication, progress and productive mutual interaction of various stakeholders in such a way that overall risk is reduced.
• Perform day-to-day administrative tasks including maintaining construction documents and processing paperwork; including pay applications, project closeout etc.
• Maintain and control project scope and budget.
• Project manpower projections, updates, and coverages.
• Initiate, review, and negotiate change orders.
• Direct, coordinate, and monitor the activities of construction workers on a construction site to ensure specifications are met.
• Conduct weekly project OAC, subcontractor and internal staff meetings.
• Assign and lead the day-to-day work of Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, and Superintendents
• Provide ongoing performance feedback and coaching for Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers and Superintendents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (i.e. civil, architectural or construction), construction management or related field.
• 5+ years project management experience in commercial construction.
• Relevant experience supporting $50+ million projects from conception to completion in diverse commercial market sectors including High-Rise, Multifamily/Student Housing, Senior Living, Large Box Industrial, Advanced Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, and Hospitality.
• Prior conceptual estimating and bidding experience in commercial construction is required.
• Knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
• Ability to understand and solve complex challenges to present alternative solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with computer applications including Procore, P6, Microsoft Office suite, and SharePoint.
• Proven experience implementing safety protocols with a track record of successfully implementing and enforcing safety procedures on construction sites ensuring a secure work environment for project team.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company, for this position currently or in the future.

Working Conditions:

• The Project Manager’s work is primarily performed indoors in a main office or field office at the construction site; occasionally outdoors in various weather conditions with exposure to health or safety hazards, including noise levels ranging from moderate to loud.
• Light physical effort is required, including the handling of objects up to 20 pounds and some standing, walking, sitting, talking and hearing.
• Construction site will change or vary and/or position may require travel.
• Environment will be demanding and fast paced; number of hours typically worked in a workweek may exceed 40 hours per week and often “on call” 24 hours a day.
• Position requires a high-level of autonomy as it relates to decision-making that impacts company results, client relationships, and subcontractor interaction.
• Depending on location of position, nationwide travel may be required.

At Brinkmann Constructors, our passion for people means investing in their financial, mental, and physical well-being. Which is why we strive to provide our employee owners with comprehensive and cost-effective options that reflect Brinkmann’s commitment to health and wellness.

WE BUILD YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE

• 100% employee ownership (ESOP)
• annual bonus program
• company-contributed 401K
• competitive salary with annual merit increase

WE BUILD YOUR CAREER

• continuing education reimbursement
• performance tools for added clarity of expectations and responsibilities
• annual performance reviews
• dedicated ambassador for assimilation into Brinkmann culture

WE BUILD YOUR HEALTH AND WELLNESS

• comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with HSA
• paid parental leave
• work-life balance
• seven paid holidays plus three floating holidays to celebrate what holidays are important to you
• paid birthday off
• family-friendly work environment
• service awards with paid sabbaticals and milestone bonuses
• a positive and collaborative work environment
• healthy lifestyle rewards

WE BUILD COMMUNITY

• community involvement
• team building events
• local volunteer opportunities
• non-profit support and fundraising

No agency submissions will be accepted. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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