Project Manager (St. Louis, MO)

Redefine What’s Possible in Structural Engineering — With Apex Structural Engineering At Apex Structural Engineering, we’re not just designing buildings — we’re reshaping how they’re delivered. As the firm behind Accelerated Project Delivery™ (APD), we cut months from traditional construction timelines by integrating structural design with shop drawing production, advanced modeling tools, and real-time collaboration. Whether you're a seasoned engineer ready to push the boundaries of innovation, or a recent graduate eager to make an immediate impact, Apex offers a place where your ideas are heard, your growth is prioritized, and your work changes the pace of the industry — all within a culture that values flexibility, well-being, and true collaboration. Join a team where engineering meets acceleration — and where your next step elevates everything. POSITION OVERVIEW The Project Manager is an experienced structural engineer responsible for the day-to-day management and execution of structural engineering projects under the oversight of a Project Executive. The Project Manager leads project teams and manages project scope, fee and budget, schedule, staffing, technical execution, coordination, client communication, and overall project performance from project initiation through construction. Project Managers balance technical leadership with project management responsibilities and serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for clients and project stakeholders. They are expected to anticipate project needs, identify potential issues, effectively direct project resources, and communicate with the Project Executive when significant technical, contractual, financial, schedule, or client-related issues arise. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage structural engineering projects from project initiation through design, documentation, permitting, and construction-phase services under the oversight of a Project Executive. Establish and manage project scope, fee and budget, schedule, staffing, deliverables, and project execution plans in accordance with contractual requirements and client expectations. Monitor project financial performance, including labor expenditures, remaining fee, staffing projections, and progress toward completion, and make adjustments to the project plan as necessary. Understand the contracted scope of services and identify changes in scope, additional services, or client requests that may affect project fee or schedule. Communicate these items to the Project Executive and assist with developing appropriate additional service proposals. Develop project schedules and establish internal milestones and priorities necessary to meet client and project deliverable dates. Plan and coordinate project staffing and workload, including assigning work to Project Engineers and BIM/modeling team members based on project needs, schedule, and team capabilities. Lead the day-to-day project team by communicating priorities, providing direction, monitoring progress, and ensuring engineering and BIM/modeling efforts remain coordinated. Provide technical leadership for structural analysis and design and assist the project team with resolution of complex engineering, modeling, detailing, constructability, and coordination issues. Review structural calculations, analysis models, drawings, specifications, and other engineering deliverables for technical accuracy, completeness, consistency, and conformance with project requirements and Apex standards. Lead structural coordination with architects, MEP/FP consultants, contractors, fabricators, and other project participants and facilitate resolution of multidisciplinary coordination issues. Review architectural, MEP/FP, and other discipline documents to understand project requirements, identify structural impacts and coordination issues, and ensure those items are addressed by the project team. Lead external project meetings and effectively communicate structural design requirements, project status, coordination items, required information, schedule considerations, and engineering solutions. Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for clients, architects, contractors, fabricators, consultants, and other project stakeholders. Develop and maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication, technical competence, dependable project execution, and an understanding of the client's priorities and project objectives. Anticipate technical, coordination, staffing, schedule, financial, and project execution risks and develop strategies with the project team and Project Executive to address them. Manage construction-phase engineering services, including RFIs, submittals, field conditions, design revisions, and other construction-related engineering activities. Coordinate project QA/QC reviews and ensure appropriate reviews are completed at established project milestones and comments are incorporated into the project deliverables. Provide technical and project guidance to Project Engineers and Associate Project Managers and support their continued technical and professional development. Communicate project performance, significant design decisions, client concerns, scope changes, schedule risks, financial concerns, and other important project matters to the Project Executive. Assist Project Executives with the development of project scopes, fee proposals, schedules, staffing plans, and pursuit strategies for new and existing clients. Participate in Apex Technical Advisory Groups and contribute to the continued development of engineering standards, design tools, technical resources, project workflows, and lessons learned. Support continuous improvement of Apex's project management, engineering, QA/QC, and project delivery processes. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural Engineering from an accredited university. Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred. Typically seven or more years of relevant structural engineering experience. Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Structural Engineer (SE) licensure required. Demonstrated experience managing structural engineering projects and multidisciplinary project teams. Advanced knowledge of structural analysis, structural systems, load paths, and the design of steel, concrete, masonry, foundations, and other applicable structural systems. Advanced working knowledge of applicable building codes, ASCE 7, and structural material design standards. Strong proficiency with structural analysis and design software and the ability to review and evaluate complex structural analysis models and engineering calculations. Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural, structural, MEP/FP, and other discipline construction documents and identifying structural impacts and coordination requirements. Demonstrated understanding of project scope, contracts, fees, budgets, schedules, staffing, additional services, and project financial performance. Ability to develop project work plans, establish priorities, assign work, monitor progress, and adjust resources to meet project requirements. Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate engineers and BIM/modeling team members through the design and documentation of structural engineering projects. Ability to lead external project meetings and effectively coordinate with clients, architects, consultants, contractors, fabricators, and other project participants. Ability to identify project risks, evaluate potential solutions, make informed decisions within the Project Manager's role, and elevate significant issues to the Project Executive when appropriate. Excellent communication skills are required, both verbal and written. Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while maintaining quality and effective communication. Demonstrated ability to develop strong client relationships and provide a high level of client service. Commitment to the technical and professional development of project team members and the continued improvement of Apex's engineering and project delivery practices. WHY JOIN US? Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a diverse and talented team of professionals who are passionate about what they do. Cutting-Edge Projects: Be part of groundbreaking projects that challenge conventional engineering practices by utilizing Accelerated Project Delivery™. Top-Notch Amenities: Enjoy access to a fully equipped gym, and a charming coffee house/café. Flexible Work Schedule: Benefit from a family-friendly, hybrid work schedule that supports work-life balance. Paid Parental Leave: Receive paid maternity and paternity leave to support your growing family. Tuition Assistance: $5,000 in tuition assistance annually to payoff student loans. Health and Wellness: Enjoy a membership to Orange Theory or access to in-house gym, and three dedicated hours each week for mental and physical health. Generous Time Off: Benefit from generous vacation, sick, and personal time. Company Retreats: Participate in our yearly company retreats to recharge and bond with your colleagues. Relocation Assistance: Receive support for relocation expenses if moving to the Nashville or St. Louis area. Remote Work Option: Remote work arrangements can be considered for the right candidate. Professional Growth: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and career development programs. LOCATION St. Louis, MO TYPE Full time, permanent REQUIREMENTS Diploma/Certificate. American Citizenship/Legally able to work in the United States of America. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Apex Structural Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Join us at Apex Structural Engineering, Inc. and help us build a future where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront of structural engineering. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apex Structural