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Walmart

(USA) Senior Manager, Account Receivable

Noel, MO · On-site

$80K - $155K/yr

... and effective project management. What you'll do: * Lead and oversee the accounts receivable ... and cargo theft. * Effective cross-functional partner with Transportation, DC/Operations, QA, ...

Olinger Heavy Hauling

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Heavy Haul Driver - CDL Class A

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$1.8K - $2.1K/wk

Navigate the paperwork as well as the road--managing ELDs, HOS, and specialized overweight permits ... Our projects take us across the map. Expect OTR trips that may keep you out for a week or more at a ...

Veteran-friendly

Urgent

Training provided

Olinger Heavy Hauling

Be Seen First

Heavy Haul Driver - CDL Class A

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$1.8K - $2.1K/wk

Navigate the paperwork as well as the road--managing ELDs, HOS, and specialized overweight permits ... Our projects take us across the map. Expect OTR trips that may keep you out for a week or more at a ...

Veteran-friendly

Urgent

Training provided

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How much do project cargo manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for project cargo manager in Missouri is $96,316.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,600.00 and $115,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the most common challenges faced by project cargo managers, and how are they typically addressed?

Project Cargo Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating oversized or heavy-lift shipments, managing tight timelines, and navigating customs and regulatory requirements across multiple countries. These challenges are typically addressed by thorough pre-planning, risk assessment, and close collaboration with international vendors, shipping lines, and regulatory agencies. Staying up to date with industry best practices and leveraging specialized transport networks also help mitigate potential issues. Adaptability and proactive communication are key to overcoming unexpected obstacles and ensuring project success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a project cargo manager?

To thrive as a Project Cargo Manager, you need expertise in logistics planning, supply chain management, and transportation regulations, often backed by a degree in logistics or related fields. Familiarity with project management software, freight forwarding platforms, and industry certifications such as PMP or FIATA is highly valuable. Strong negotiation, organizational, and communication skills help manage complex stakeholder relationships and resolve issues efficiently. These competencies are crucial for coordinating large, specialized shipments safely and on schedule, minimizing risks and costs.

What is a project cargo manager?

A Project Cargo Manager oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of transporting oversized, heavy, or complex cargo for large-scale projects. They ensure compliance with international logistics regulations, manage risk assessments, and coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including clients, shipping companies, and regulatory authorities. Their role involves route planning, cost estimation, and securing necessary permits to ensure timely and safe delivery. Effective problem-solving, communication, and project management skills are essential in this position.

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Infographic showing various Project Cargo Manager job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,316 per year, or $46.3 per hour.

Project Manager, Aviation Construction

ARCO a Family of Construction Companies

Saint Louis, MO

$28K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

ABOUT YOU

Ready to experience a better way to build your career? ARCO hires only the best and brightest dedicated to providing our clients with superior solutions, cultivating our award-winning workplace culture, and driving success at all levels of the business.

We're adding a Project Manager to lead construction projects from inception to completion. Because ARCO is committed to creating opportunities for individual success, from day one, you will be given the tools to excel in your role, take on meaningful responsibilities, and experience why ARCO is truly the best place to build a career.


WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

At ARCO, we are committed to taking care of our greatest asset – our team. ARCO’s best-in-class benefits and superior compensation are what set us apart from the competition and continue to attract top industry talent.

  • Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
  • 100% employer-funded ESOP to all associates
  • Traditional and Roth 401k
  • Tuition reimbursement for associates
  • Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
  • 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
  • 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
  • 100% charitable match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • 3 weeks of vacation
  • 100% paid 12-week maternity leave

A DAY IN THE LIFE
  • Manage aviation construction projects from preconstruction through completion; including estimating, proposal preparation, contract negotiations, scheduling, budgeting, design review, and execution
  • Work closely with owners and design team to develop preliminary concept drawings
  • Manage complex aviation construction work including hangars, MRO facilities, FBO's, cargo facilities, aircraft support buildings, aviation manufacturing facilities, and other airport-related infrastructure
  • Participate in proposal meeting with owner to review the scope of work and provide value engineering ideas
  • Support aviation pursuits by helping with site reviews, constructibility input, schedules, budgets, scope reviews, and client meetings
  • Lead subcontractor buyout and ensure scopes are complete, coordinated, and aligned with the project schedule and budget
  • Partner with Superintendent to ensure safety, quality control, and schedule
  • Travel 25% nationally

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS
  • 5+ years of construction project management experience
  • Experience with aviation, hangars, MRO, airport facilities, industrial, manufacturing, federal, defense, logistics, or technically complex projects preferred but not required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required
  • Based in Boston, MA, St. Louis, MO, or willing to relocate

MAKE YOUR MOVE

ARCO is a premier, full-service design-build general contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing clients with complete project delivery nationwide. With over 6,000 projects completed coast to coast, we pride ourselves on offering the best, most cost-effective, single source, turnkey solutions and adding value to every project. Because we believe in creating opportunities for individual success among our associates, ARCO is a 100% associate-owned company. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), each associate holds a stake in the company, placing the benefits of our success directly in the hands of those who drive it.

ARCO is consistently recognized as a top workplace in multiple markets nationwide and is ranked by Engineering News-Record as a top ten design-build firm and the largest domestic builder of distribution and warehouse space.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies or individual recruiters without prior approval from the Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited resumes, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other employees, become ARCO property, and no fees will be paid for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Any candidate information submitted will be considered as a referral to ARCO without a fee. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement with ARCO as well as written approval to submit candidates from the ARCO TA Manager for the specific position before submitting candidates.

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LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets

Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of construction project management experience
  • Experience with aviation, hangars, MRO, airport facilities, industrial, manufacturing, federal, defense, logistics, or technically complex projects preferred but not required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required
  • Based in Boston, MA, St. Louis, MO, or willing to relocate
Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME
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About ARCO a Family of Construction

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Established in 1992 as The ARCO Way, this design‑build general contracting firm has grown to 48 regional offices across the U.S., with more than 1,000 associates delivering over $5 billion in construction annually. As one of the nation's top design‑build firms, ARCO specializes in cold‑storage, warehouses, laboratories, multi‑family housing, senior‑care campuses, food & beverage processing, data centers, and controlled‑environment agriculture. Their client base spans coast‑to‑coast repeat relationships in both commercial and specialty sectors.

Industry

Construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1992

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