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Project Manager# Project ManagerCeres FL - Sarasota, FL 34240; Ceres TX - Houston, TX 77064## OverviewSalary Range$160,000.00 - $200,000.00 Salary/yearPosition TypeFull Time RegularCategoryOperational/ERD## Description**Job Title:** Project Manager**Location:** Sarasota, FL to Houston, TX with extensive travel**Reports to:** Director, Emergency Response Division**Compensation Range:** $160,000- 200,000 (depending on location, experience, skills, and qualifications)**Other Compensation:** Eligible for discretionary bonus, etc.**Benefits:** Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and travel opportunities**About Ceres Environmental Operations**Ceres Environmental Operations (CEO) is a leader in crisis management, rapid response, and disaster recovery, committed to rebuilding stronger, safer communities. We specialize in emergency response, environmental services, planning, and consulting, including debris removal, blue roofs, logistics, debris management, demolition, recycling, forest management, and coastal and marine restoration. As a licensed general contractor, we offer unparalleled expertise to restore stability where it’s needed most.**Driven by Purpose, Powered by People**At CEO, we believe you’re more than just an employee; you’re part of a team with a purpose and a meaningful mission. Every team member plays a vital role in restoring hope, helping communities recover and rebuild.We value initiative, respect diversity, and give our people the freedom to lead. We offer competitive pay, travel opportunities, and a culture built on resilience and teamwork. If you show up with compassion, share the commitment, react with urgency, and deliver solutions, you’ll fit right in. We don’t just respond to challenges; we rise to them.**What We Are Looking For**We are seeking a senior-level Project Manager who operates as a strategic business leader with full accountability for end-to-end delivery of large-scale horizontal construction and disaster recovery projects. This role goes beyond execution, requiring ownership from project initiation and mobilization through financial closeout, ensuring successful outcomes across operations, financial performance, client satisfaction, and risk management. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in construction (e.g., site work, infrastructure, debris management, environmental and civil projects) and a proven ability to manage complex, multi-site programs concurrently. This individual will lead Superintendents and cross-functional teams while maintaining direct accountability for project P&L, forecasting accuracy, and margin performance. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring the ability to operate at both the executive and field levels—translating contract requirements into actionable plans, influencing stakeholders, and driving results in dynamic, high-pressure environments. **What You Will Do*** Lead full lifecycle project delivery from pre-construction planning and mobilization through execution and closeout* Oversee large-scale construction and disaster recovery projects, ensuring alignment across scope, schedule, and cost* Manage Blue Roof operations during disaster response, overseeing high-volume production, subcontractor crews, safety, cost control, and compliance with USACE/FEMA requirements* Lead logistics and readiness planning for Blue Roof programs, including materials staging, vendor coordination, and rapid deployment across complex environments (CONUS and island operations)* Maintain full P&L ownership, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and margin optimization* Develop and execute detailed project execution strategies, schedules, and resource plans* Lead, mentor, and hold accountable Superintendents and field leadership teams across multiple concurrent projects* Serve as the primary client interface, including government agencies, ensuring performance, reporting, and relationship management* Drive financial discipline and reporting, partnering closely with finance to ensure accuracy and accountability* Ensure compliance with contract terms, FEMA guidelines, regulatory requirements, and safety standards* Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks across operational, financial, and contractual dimensions* Oversee subcontractor strategy, negotiations, and performance management* Analyze production data and KPIs to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency* Lead project closeout activities, including financial reconciliation, lessons learned, and performance evaluation **Required Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required)* 12+ years of progressive experience in construction, infrastructure, disaster recovery, or related industries* 5+ years leading large-scale projects and managing multiple teams (including Superintendents or equivalent leaders)* Proven experience managing construction or civil/infrastructure projects* Demonstrated success with full P&L ownership, including budgeting, forecasting, and margin accountability* Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence at executive, client, and field levels* Experience managing government contracts and regulatory compliance (FEMA, USACE, or similar)* Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in fast-paced, high-pressure environments* Strong financial acumen and data-driven decision-making capability* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills* Willingness to travel extensively and deploy on short notice**Preferred Qualifications*** PMP certification or equivalent* Experience in large-scale disaster response and recovery operations* Experience supporting or managing Blue Roof (USACE) or similar federally funded emergency response programs* OSHA 30, HAZWOPER, or other safety certifications* Experience managing multi-million to billion-dollar programs or portfolios **What to Expect**This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for end-to-end project delivery, including execution, client satisfaction, and financial performance. You will lead large-scale construction and disaster recovery projects, managing multiple teams and sites while maintaining ownership of P&L, schedule, and outcomes. Expect a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with extensive travel and field time, especially during active deployments. Success requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on execution. This role is best suited for a business-minded leader who takes ownership, makes decisive calls, and drives results across complex projects. **Physical Requirements and Environment**Ceres provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants with sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law. The physical requirements listed below reflect the essential functions of this role. If you need accommodation to perform these functions, please inform us during the application process.* Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation* Ability to work in adverse weather and field conditions, including extreme environments* Willingness to wear required PPE at all times when on-site* Commitment to following safety standards and protocols.**Why Join CEO?**At CEO, you won’t just have a job, you’ll have a mission. Your work will directly impact the speed and strength of community recovery after disasters.We offer:* A collaborative, mission-driven culture.* Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.* The chance to make a lasting difference for communities across the U.S.*Ceres Environmental Operations is* *proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.***Work Authorization**Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Ceres does not sponsor employment‐based visas for this position unless stated otherwise. #J-18808-Ljbffr