Project Manager - Construction

Explore St. Louis is seeking a proactive and highly experienced Project Manager of Construction to plan, organize and direct major renovation and construction projects for the Operations Department at America’s Center. This position is vital for ensuring that projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget. Under the direction of the Vice President-Operations, the Project Manager will manage construction and renovation projects in alignment with the Explore St. Louis mission and goals. Some essential duties of this position include the following:

• Implement and maintain an online work order system to execute repair and preventative maintenance functions.
• Supervise all contracts and services related to construction and renovation projects.
• Prepare construction bid documents for accepted design concepts and coordinate activities of consultants, suppliers and contractors.
• Interview contractors to receive and analyze bids to include the blueprint analysis of proposed changes.
• Perform supervisory duties.
• Act as a liaison between contractors, architects, engineers and suppliers.
• Develop and implement a consistent inspection program regarding all work areas for construction and renovation projects.
• Schedule and implement pre-bid meetings and project review.
• Coordinate contractor activities with event-specific requirements of the Facility.
• Collaborate with Trades departments to assist with construction and renovation projects.
• Assist the Operations Department in developing procedures for control of the operation, maintenance and record-keeping for the Facility’s equipment and systems.
• Plan and prepare budgets for the Operations department to include personnel costs, equipment, supplies, etc.
• Act as Manager on Duty for Operations for building events as needed.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned by management.
• Work a flexible schedule as required to include evenings weekends and holidays.

In this position, you will play an essential role in bridging the gap between managing communication, schedules, and documentation to keep all aspects of projects aligned. By coordinating efforts across teams and proactively addressing challenges, you will help drive the successful completion of construction projects. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and a hands-on, proactive approach to managing complex construction projects, ensuring efficiency and quality throughout the project lifecycle. You will develop detailed project plans and maintain schedules while addressing delays and changes as needed.

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Mechanical Engineering, Construction or related field with minimum of 5 years’ related experience training is required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse teams and contractors clients is critical. A proven track record of successfully managing projects from conception to completion is fundamental to ensure the successful delivery of projects.

Essential Skills

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively.
• Sharp analytical skills, problem-solving and effective decision-making ability.
• Proficiency with construction processes, contracts and regulations.
• Ability to analyze financial data and make informed decisions to improve project outcomes.
• Contract management experience.
• Experience with cost estimation and value engineering.

Apply on our Explore St. Louis Careers URL, or email resume and cover letter to jobs@explorestlouis.com . Please include your cover letter and resume when applying online. NO PHONE CALLS! EOE.

Explore St. Louis is the sales and marketing organization responsible for selling St. Louis as a convention, meeting site and leisure travel destination. Explore St. Louis manages and operates the America’s Center Complex which includes the Cervantes Convention Center, the Dome at America’s Center, Ferrara Theatre, and the St. Louis Executive Conference Center.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement: Explore St. Louis values diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, past or present military service, marital status, gender identification or expression, medical condition or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000