Hybrid Project Management Practice Area Leader

at CESO, INC.

• Job title: Project Management Practice Area Leader
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Columbus, United States

About the role

• Practice Area Leader for Project Management overseeing standards and processes across Business Units. Leading efforts to enhance project delivery and client experiences at CESO.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Project Management practice across all Business Units, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and the One CESO client experience.
• Develop, implement, and maintain company‑wide Project Management standards and processes, including active project management, financial management, billing, AR practices, and training.
• Establish and enforce financial and operational expectations for project delivery, budgeting, fee development, proposals, and contract negotiation.
• Guide, mentor, and develop Project Management staff at all levels, supporting career paths, training programs, onboarding, and Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
• Promote financial stewardship by supporting revenue, multipliers, earned value, realization, and accounts receivable goals.
• Partner with leadership to evaluate and mitigate project risk, including contract review processes and project risk assessments.
• Improve consistency and reliability in project and financial tools to reduce operational variance and enhance reporting.
• Champion and standardize the client experience, ensuring Project Managers deliver consistent communication, transparency, and service quality across markets.
• Collaborate with Business Unit, Market, and Discipline Leaders on staffing strategies, workload balancing, and forecasting resource needs.
• Drive organizational knowledge‑sharing and collaboration, reinforcing One CESO culture and continuous improvement in project and program delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, or related field is required.
• Minimum of 20 years of progressive leadership experience is required.
• Minimum of 10-15 years in a leadership role (Director level or above) is required.
• Client program management experience in the A&E industry is required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to influence at all levels and drive strategic initiatives.
• Experience working directly with executive leadership and Board-level reporting is strongly preferred.
• Ability to travel.

Benefits

• Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
• Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront
• 401K with a Company Match
• Rewards and Recognition Program
• Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage
• Welcome Box
• Casual Dress Code
• Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
• Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
• Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Bonding and Recovery
• Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment