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Founded 20+ years ago, our client is a trusted construction management firm, specializing in complex, regulated environments across the U.S. and delivering high-performing facilities for clients in healthcare, life sciences, mission-critical, federal, and industrial sectors. They are looking to add a very talented and driven Assistant Project Manager to their growing team to make an immediate impact.

Client Details

Headquartered in the Greater KC Area, our client is a trusted construction management firm, delivering high-performing facilities for clients in healthcare, life sciences, mission-critical, federal, and industrial sectors. This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated at driven Assistant Project Manager to join a collaborative team where your work matters-and where career growth is supported by a company that puts people first.

Description

• Collaborate within an integrated delivery team to plan, execute, and wrap up complex construction projects from early-stage coordination through final turnover.
• Serve as a key liaison with owners and consultants, addressing challenges and driving timely solutions to maintain project momentum.
• Support cost planning efforts by contributing to early-stage pricing exercises and formal bid submissions.
• Partner with field leadership and office personnel to verify cost projections, identifying potential gaps or opportunities prior to execution.
• Perform in-depth design and site evaluations to ensure alignment with project specifications, standards, and client expectations.
• Build and refine comprehensive project timelines, conducting regular assessments and adjustments as needed.
• Lead the creation and tracking of financial baselines, forecasting expenditures and anticipating cost impacts through project lifecycle.
• Manage procurement efforts including strategy, trade coverage, and award decisions for competitively bid and negotiated work.
• Develop detailed work package outlines and oversee formal contracting processes with external partners.
• Monitor jobsite compliance and promote safe practices through direct involvement in field inspections and team engagement.
• Maintain a working command of each phase in the construction delivery process, including technical, logistical, and regulatory components.
• Take ownership of assigned projects-guiding from contract award through final delivery-as the primary representative to clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with trade partners and vendors, overseeing performance, progress billing, and final documentation.
• Track and manage all financial aspects of the build, ensuring alignment with cost targets and reporting standards.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in a construction-related discipline or similar technical field
• Minimum of two years working on construction projects at a general contractor
• Strong collaborative mindset when engaging with design professionals and technical consultants
• Proficient in general office software, with advanced digital fluency across common platforms
• Exceptional interpersonal abilities paired with a proactive, solution-oriented approach
• Track record of contributing positively to team dynamics in fast-paced environments
• Highly driven with strong organizational habits and the ability to prioritize independently

Job Offer

• Base salary up to $110K (dependent upon experience)
• Bonus potential (personal and company performance)
• 401K plan with company match
• Full benefits (Vision, Dental, Healthcare)
• PTO plan up to 3 weeks starting, paid company holidays, etc.
• Robust growth potential - no ceiling for growth
• Positive company culture and work/life balance

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.