Assistant Project Manager

Esi Electrical Contractors, Inc.

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits begin Day 1
Life and AD&D insurance
Health Savings Account with employer 1
Flexible Spending Account
401(k) with employer match
Paid Holidays & PTO

Job summary

Esi Electrical Contractors, Inc. is seeking an on-site Assistant Project Manager to support planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination of project personnel. You will work closely with Project Managers to ensure schedules and manpower align with project needs and client requirements.

The role emphasizes collaboration, cost control, and effective communication with field teams and subcontractors. A construction-focused degree or equivalent experience is preferred, with familiarity in cost

Qualifications

  • Requires a bachelor's degree in construction management or related field or equivalent experience.
  • Education/experience in construction industry may be combined to qualify.
  • Experience with cost tracking and budgeting is preferred.
  • Strong communication and organizational abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Assist Project Managers in planning work schedules and manpower levels.
  • Advise PMs on potential problems and schedule difficulties; help resolve them.
  • Support budget development, coding timesheets, and cost tracking.
  • Perform estimating assignments as required.
  • Assist in updating construction forecasts with current cost data.
  • Analyze progress and generate craft productivity reports for cost/budget.
  • Prepare reports and charts for project analysis and client requests.
  • Assist with subcontracts management and material procurement.
  • Oversee day-to-day administrative tasks and train junior staff.
  • Undertake additional tasks and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Cost accounting
Estimating
Construction tech
Purchasing
Project controls
Communication skills
Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Accubid
Bluebeam Revu
BIM360
ProCore

Job description

Job Category: Business Professional & Administrative

Requisition Number: ASSIS003765

  • Posted : July 30, 2026
  • Full-Time
  • On-site
Locations

Showing 1 location

Description

Responsible for understanding, upholding, and promoting the Everus 4EVER Strategy.
Employees | Value | Execution | Relationships

JOB SUMMARY
  • Assist Project Managers in planning work schedules, determining manpower levels, and arranging for assignment of project personnel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires the knowledge of construction management at a level normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree in construction management or related field, or a combination of education and experience within the construction industry.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Previous experience with Accubid is preferred.
  • Previous experience with Bluebeam Revue is preferred.
  • Previous experience with BIM360 and ProCore is preferred.
  • Knowledge of electrical construction and National Electrical Code is preferred.
  • Knowledge of various aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods); craft agreements, jurisdiction, negotiations; engineering, estimating, schedules, and safety is preferred.
KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
  • Working knowledge of cost accounting, basic estimating, construction technology, purchasing, and project controls.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.
  • Advanced knowledge and skills in the use of various software applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and complete projects on schedule.
  • Ability to apply effective management techniques to maximize performance.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist Project Managers in planning work schedules, determining manpower levels, and arranging for assignment of project personnel.
  • Advise Project Managers of potential problems, work interferences, and schedule difficulties; assist in circumventing / resolving such problems, as assigned.
  • Perform tasks required to assist in the development and maintenance of budgets for a portion of a project, including coding timesheets, invoices, collecting actual quantities installed, monitoring progress per cost account, identifying potential cost overruns, etc.
  • Perform estimating assignments as required.
  • Assist with or update construction forecast to reflect most accurate / current cost and estimate information.
  • Assist in analyzing work progress and developing craft productivity reports to document cost / budget activity.
  • Calculate / prepare various comparison reports, charts and tables for project analysis.
  • Assist in preparing special reports, studies, etc. requested by the client and/or project management.
  • Assist in management and issuance of subcontracts.
  • Assist with material procurement and coordination.
  • Oversee and/or process day-to-day administrative tasks, including providing supervision and/or on-the-job training to clerical or entry level professional personal assigned to area of responsibility.
  • Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
  • Individual salaries will be assigned based on consideration of a combination of industry experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other factors pertaining directly to the essential functions of the job.
  • We offer outstanding benefits, including health benefits that begin on Day 1!
    • Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with no employee premium
    • Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage
    • Health Savings Account with annual Employer Contribution
    • Flexible Spending Account, offering both Health Care Spending and Dependent Care Spending
    • 401(k) with employer match (fully vested on day 1!)
    • Paid Holidays & PTO
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • Will be subject to the Company’s background check, MVR, and drug screen programs.
  • Will be subject to the Client's background check and drug screen programs.
  • Will be required to submit to periodic background checks if position requires access to security sensitive business locations and/or systems.
  • This position is required to drive and is required to maintain a valid Driver's License.
  • This position may require limited travel (<10%).
  • Individuals with Disabilities/Veterans. EEO/AAP

This position is on-site at a construction jobsite near Smithville, MO (this is not a hybrid or remote role).

Everus Construction Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Human Resources Team.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

August 30, 2026

We are always looking for motivated, hard-working people to join our team. Build the Midwest while you build your career with us!

Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Project Management

Novice

Behaviors
Required
Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Innovative

: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Education
Required

High School Diploma/GED/Equivalent or better.

Preferred

Bachelor Degree or better in Construction Management Services.

Licenses & Certifications
Preferred

Proj Mgmt Prof Cert

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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