Assistant Project Manager

Description


Position Overview We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support a largescale civil, dirtbased construction project starting with a Data Center project in Oklahoma. This role will begin as a contract position, with the opportunity to continue supporting additional projects out of the Kansas City, MO office after the initial assignment. The ideal candidate has experience supporting project managers on commercial civil construction projects and is comfortable working in fastpaced, fielddriven environments. Key Responsibilities Support the Project Manager with daytoday execution of civil construction projects Assist with project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and daily reports Track project schedules, material deliveries, and subcontractor coordination Maintain accurate project records using industrystandard construction documentation software Participate in project meetings and assist with meeting minutes and followup items Support cost tracking, quantity takeoffs, and basic estimating tasks as needed Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure project milestones are met Assist with closeout documentation and turnover requirements


Skills


Project management, civil, dirt work, Project coordination, Commercial construction, Site development


Top Skills Details


Project management,civil,dirt work,Project coordination,Commercial construction,Site development


Additional Skills & Qualifications


Required Qualifications 2+ years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Engineer Background in commercial construction with a strong emphasis on civil / dirtbased projects Experience working on earthwork, site development, or underground utility projects Familiarity with construction documentation software commonly used in the civil construction industry Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to communicate effectively with field and office teams Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)


Experience Level


Entry Level

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $40.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.
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