Rental Project Manager

Rental Project Manager

Cogent, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager for our Rental division to join our team in Kansas City. The Rental Project Manager is responsible for the profitability and successful execution of rental projects across the Cogent footprint. This role is highly collaborative and involves daily interaction with Rental Sales, Rental Service (Execution), Operations teams, customers, vendors, and subcontractors. The Rental Project Manager is expected to exemplify Cogent's core values and consistently follow company policies and processes.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist in research for bids, projects and executable work
• Gathers, organizes, interprets and collates data from bid information systems
• Work with the Safety Manager to ensure project cost projections include costs required to complete the projects in accordance with all safety standards
• Work with Rental Sales and Service Managers to determine appropriate opportunities that match Cogent strategy, understand all project constructions site rules and procedures and incorporate into cost projections
• Maintain accurate and complete quote and bid documentation
• Review and approval of rental project cost projections
• Ensure bids and proposals are professional, accurate, and well-presented
• Reviews project requirements and translate into specifications and/or system requirements
• Coordinates submittal schedule and accuracy
• Provides technical support to Rental Sales and customers by answering questions regarding rental equipment, installation, operation, maintenance and problem
• Defines, identifies and manages personnel and resources required for projects and site activities
• Coordinate with job site supervisory personnel to ensure work is performed within the scope of the contract.
• Manage third-party subcontractors, including selection, coordination, and clearly defined scopes of work
• Identifies and communicates change orders to customers and Rental Sales
• Manage "Work in Progress" cost projections through project execution
• Manage the customer relationship through project execution to ensure the project is profitably executed within the contract parameters while providing a positive customer experience
• Develop ongoing strategies and tools to increase project profitability
• Prioritize and conduct daily activities in a way that exemplifies the Cogent core values
• Prioritize and conduct daily activities in support of overall Velocity market growth in the defined geography
• Promote and drive all Cogent Operational and Safety requirements, policies, and processes
• Ensure all closeout documentation and final deliverables are completed to avoid delays in final payment

Other Responsibilities

• Provide support for Rental Sales and customers by answering questions regarding rental equipment, installation, operation, maintenance and problem solving
• Will travel to evaluate potential projects
• Will travel to "work in progress" projects
• Performs other duties as assigned by Cogent Senior Management Leadership Team

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of administrative processes, policies and procedures related to Rental Sales, Rental Service (Execution), Operations departments and material flow
• Knowledge of rotating equipment, fabrication/manufacturing of equipment and machine shop practices preferred
• Knowledge of the Velocity/Cogent Brand product line card
• Understanding of estimating, scheduling and coordinating
• Understanding of Salesforce and workflow processes

Why Work with Us?

Cogent is a growing organization with a long-term focus on delivering engineered solutions, equipment sales, repair services, installation, and proactive system support. We are driven by a mission to minimize customer downtime, improve system efficiency, and deliver the best long-term value.

At Cogent, you're not just an employee—you're an owner. Our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) empowers every team member to think and act like a business partner. Your contributions matter here.

We Offer

• Employee Ownership (ESOP) – Share in our success
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit-Sharing Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Generous PTO, Paid Holidays & Volunteer Time Off
• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities
• A Collaborative Culture that Values Innovation and Accountability

Join Us

This is more than just a job—it's a chance to work in a company where your efforts are recognized, your voice is valued, and your professional growth is supported. As an employee-owner, you'll be part of a collaborative team that celebrates innovation, accountability, and shared success.

Apply today and help us build something exceptional—together!

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Time Management Skills

Advanced

Attention to Detail

Advanced

Effective Verbal Communication

Advanced

Effective Written Communication

Advanced

Interpersonal Skills

Advanced

Organizational Skills

Advanced

Multitasking

Advanced

Problem Solving

Advanced

Safety

Advanced

Behaviors

Required

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Required

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Preferred

Associates or better.

Bachelors or better in Construction Management Services or related field.

Experience

Preferred

Bid Proposal Process Managing third-party subcontractors Project Management in Construction or Civil

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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