Assistant Project Manager - FSC

Hermanson Company; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with bonus potential

Medical, prescription, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Disability income protection

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hermanson Co., LLC is seeking an experienced Federal Assistant Project Manager to lead multifaceted construction projects for federal contracts. The role involves significant travel (up to 75%), coordinating across departments, and maintaining strong customer relationships to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery.

The position requires a four-year degree in engineering or construction management, plus 5+ years of relevant construction leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree required or equivalent in engineering or construction management.
• Minimum of several years in construction industry and project leadership roles.
• Experience traveling CONUS/OCONUS and managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction project planning, scheduling, and team performance.
• Ensure profitability and on-time delivery while upholding policies and ethics.
• Maintain document control and accurate change orders.
• Coordinate with government, engineers, and subcontractors to meet expectations.
• Review forecasts, budgets, and turnovers for successful project closeout.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

Four-year University degree (engineering or construction management)

Job description

Federal Solutions Company is a leading national Federal Full-Service Specialty and Design-Build contractor offering a comprehensive range of design, construction, and repair & maintenance services for federal contractors, owners, and agencies. We provide comprehensive Design-Build construction services with emphasis and expertise in the MEP trades. Whether serving as a CMGC, MEP Prime, or Subcontractor, FSC brings unparalleled expertise to every project. FSC travels globally to service our clients and the federal market, simplifying the complex trade scopes, providing a seamless trade partner experience, and delivering a true, best-value experience.

Our mission

We are the trusted partner supporting those who protect America.

Our Vision

Providing superior solutions focused on the Military Mission.

People love working at Federal Solutions Company, because we all share the same Core Values:

• Safety - Empowered & Engaged
• Teamwork - Reliable & Supportive
• Integrity - Trust & Accountability
• Relationships - Transparent & Loyal

The Role

The Federal Assistant Project Manager plays a pivotal role in successful completion of our projects. Project Managers lead construction projects to ensure high‑quality delivery, profitability, and on‑time completion. They oversee planning, scheduling, and team performance while upholding FSC’s policies and ethical standards. The role includes developing employees, collaborating across departments to support strategic goals, and fostering strong customer relationships. Project Managers typically bring at least five years of relevant construction experience, providing the technical background needed for successful project leadership.

This is a traveling position requiring up to 75% travel and may be based at various project locations nationwide, depending on business and project needs.

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $110,000 (The compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience).

Accountabilities & KPIs

• Exceeds personal gross margin goals set by supervisor and documents earned gross margin and revenue performance compared to goals each month.
• Quality delivery and profitability of the job by planning, scheduling, and managing the project team while ensuring that the schedule and project goals for the job are met.
• Establishes and assures that a document control system is in place and updated on a regular basis.
• Keep all projects over‑billed and timely billed if direct to the Federal Government, Assist in the collection of your invoices before they become 60 days past due

Responsibilities

• Promotes teamwork and a positive winning team attitude through leadership.
• Establishes and maintains a trusting, working relationship with project the government, superintendents, customers, engineers, generals, and subcontractors.
• Provides management on multiple projects and project teams.
• Promote FSC Safety Culture
• Meet with team, prior to stats to review forecasted cost
• Responsible to ensure that a successful project turnover and follow‑up pre‑planning meeting(s) are completed prior to using any union labor or starting the project.
• Monitors the monthly staffing plan to verify that actual productivity exceeds the estimated productivity.
• Work with Accounting that we have received our billing for equipment and subcontractor invoices before approving the invoice for payment.
• Calculates and submits change orders as required within the contracts notice requirements. Updates project budgets and change order logs as change orders are approved.
• Completes the FSC monthly Financial Report and Cost Forecasting.
• Ensure that all projects have a proper turnover including turn over book to the field before labor is on site
• Responsible for making sure that all subcontracts are written
• Responsible for submitting submittals in a timely matter and keeping submittal folder updated with the most recent submittals
• Ordering of equipment from approved submittals if not subcontracted
• Responsible for tracking of equipment to ensure required delivery date
• Walk each project and meet with both subcontractors and GC to ensure we are meeting all internal and external expectations. Also review any ASI’s or RFI responses from the prior week.
• Ensure that all close out documents are accurate and in folder for Project Coordinators

Qualifications

• Four-year University degree, preferably in engineering, or construction management or 1+ years of relevant construction industry experience
• OSHA 10/30 certification
• COE CQM (Construction Quality Management) certification.
• Ability to access secure military installations
• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS with short notice

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth.

• Competitive pay with bonus opportunities
• Medical, prescription, dental & vision coverage with zero to low weekly premiums
• 401(k) with discretionary company match
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick time, and paid holidays)
• Disability income protection
• Life insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Optional added protection with critical illness and accident plans
• Career growth & development opportunities
• In-house training programs
• Certificate & tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

Hermanson Co., LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hermanson does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.