Event Project Manager Jobs in Springfield, MO (NOW HIRING)

Pay: $75,000 $100,000 Salary

Plan it. Quote it. Build it. Improve it.

CSI is looking for a qualified candidate desiring a successful career in project management to join our team. If you are looking for an opportunity to use your excellent project management skills and experience in a growing, successful organization, then we want to hear from you!

Project Managers at CSI collaborate with internal and external customers to ensure their visions become a reality. Each project is unique and provides opportunities to offer both technical and commercial support. All aspects of project management that occur throughout a project life-cycle are associated with this position. Key responsibilities include promotion of CSI's products and services, sales, design, cost proposals and production of both shop-fabricated and field-installed projects.

If you like seeing something, go from print to finished product and figure out how to do it better each time this is a strong opportunity.

What Youll Be Doing

Work with customers and internal teams to define scope, requirements, and solutions
Support design, estimating, and cost development for fabricated components
Build and manage accurate cost proposals (materials, labor, methods, margins)
Review drawings, specs, and industry standards to ensure build accuracy
Coordinate closely with the shop to keep projects moving and on schedule
Provide technical support to production and resolve fabrication challenges
Communicate clearly with customers, vendors, and internal teams
Track project progress, costs, and performance
Compare estimated vs. actual costs to improve future quoting accuracy
Contribute to process improvements, cost reductions, and better build methods

This is hands-on project work youll see what you plan get built, and youll be expected to make it better over time.

Who This Is For

You dont need to know everything but you do need the right mindset.

Mechanically inclined with an interest in fabrication and manufacturing
Organized and able to manage multiple projects at once
Comfortable making decisions and taking ownership
Problem-solver who looks for better ways to do the work
Clear communicator with both shop teams and customers
Able to stay focused in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Experience

Associate degree required (technical emphasis preferred; Bachelors a plus)
24+ years in fabrication, job shop, or manufacturing environment
Experience with estimating, quoting, or cost analysis strongly preferred
Familiarity with drawings, specs, and fabrication methods
Understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, or piping systems is a plus
Microsoft Office required (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Why CSI

Competitive salary: $75,000 $100,000
Real ownershipyoure not just tracking projects, youre driving them
Work directly with the shop and see results firsthand
Opportunity to grow into senior PM, estimating, or operations roles
Team environmentpeople step in, share knowledge, and get things done
Casual workplace with company events and team activities

About CSI

CSI designs, builds, and services stainless-steel process systems used in the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries.

We take pride in building quality equipment and backing our customers. Our team is hands-on, collaborative, and always looking for better ways to do the work.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

This role is primarily office-based with regular interaction on the shop floor.

It requires extended computer use, communication across teams, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Light physical activity such as standing, bending, and lifting up to 20 pounds may be required.

CSI provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and hires based on qualifications, experience, and the ability to perform the job.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. CSI participates in E-Verify.