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Job Description
RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a Project Manager I in Saint Louis, MO, Cedar Rapids, IA, Olathe, KS, or Chicago, IL. This is a full-time direct-hire Hybrid/Remote assignment with our client. This position offers a competitive package including benefits, vacation and holidays.Overview of YOUR role as a Project Manager I
As a Project Manager I, you will lead the execution of multiple natural gas engineering projects, including meter and regulator stations, gate stations, pipeline interconnects, and gas transmission infrastructure. You will oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams, manage project financial performance, maintain strong client relationships, and ensure successful delivery from planning and design through construction support.
As a Project Manager I YOU will:
· Manage multiple natural gas engineering projects concurrently, focusing on high pressure distribution, transmission pipelines, and complex gas facilities
· Lead projects involving meter and regulator stations, gate stations, pipeline interconnects, control valve stations, mainline valves, and remote controlled and remote mainline valves
· Oversee engineering for mechanical piping systems and equipment, including launchers and receivers, filter separators, line heaters, odorization, pressure regulation, and metering
· Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, engineering deliverables, resource allocation, profitability, and client satisfaction
· Lead multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, instrumentation, and controls) to integrate engineering designs
· Monitor project financial performance, including labor budgets, earned revenue, change management, and monthly revenue forecasting
· Establish and maintain quality control processes that meet client specifications, codes, and regulatory requirements
· Serve as the primary client point of contact, providing regular updates and addressing technical and commercial concerns
· Lead proposal development, project scoping, cost estimates, schedules, and contract negotiations
· Identify project risks, manage scope changes, and develop solutions to protect schedules and budgets
· Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for engineering staff
· Coordinate with subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, vendors, and construction teams on design, procurement, and execution
· Participate in business development activities, client meetings, and sales presentations
YOU are the ideal Project Manager I candidate if you have:
· Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university or equivalent technical degree (required)
· Minimum 10 years of work experience (required)
· Minimum 5 years of experience in the utility industry (required)
· Minimum 2 years of experience managing or leading engineering projects as a senior project engineer or equivalent (required)
· Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams
· Experience with natural gas facilities, pipelines, or pressure regulation and metering systems
· Strong client relationship and communication skills
· Experience with project budgets, scheduling, and financial performance tracking
· Ability to work in a hybrid/remote arrangement across the listed locations
It’s a BONUS if you have:
· Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE)
· ISO Project Management training
· Experience with proposal development and contract negotiations
· Experience with business development or sales support
· Background in high pressure gas distribution or transmission pipeline projects
About Our CLIENT
Our client is a leading utility services company specializing in pipeline and gas distribution projects. They are committed to delivering high-quality construction with strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards. With a focus on field excellence and professional oversight, they provide opportunities for utility inspectors to ensure quality workmanship on critical infrastructure projects.
Who WE Are
RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals.
RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.