Autonomous Project Manager - Industrial Construction Leader

Michael Page US; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI in Kansas City is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial and commercial construction initiatives from cradle to grave. You will own budgets, schedules, contracts, and procurement, while maintaining strong client relationships and coordinating with field teams.

The role emphasizes autonomy, a family-oriented culture, and long-term growth within a backlog-rich environment, offering competitive compensation and opportunities across industrial, healthcare, and retail sectors.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of project management experience.
• Industrial, healthcare, commercial, or retail project experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Strong budgeting, estimating, and project financial management capabilities.
• Proven ability to run projects independently from cradle to grave.
• Excellent client-facing communication and relationship-building skills.
• Team-oriented, laid back personality that aligns with a family-focused culture

Responsibilities

• Manage industrial and commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, contracts, and procurement activities.
• Lead client communications and maintain strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, design teams, and ownership groups.
• Review drawings, specifications, estimates, and project scopes to ensure successful execution.
• Drive project financial performance, including forecasting, cost control, and change management.
• Support bidding, budgeting, and preconstruction efforts on future projects.
• Operate autonomously while serving as a key leader within the project management team.
• Work directly alongside company leadership and help support future company growth.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Client communications

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

MPI in Kansas City is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial and commercial construction initiatives from cradle to grave. You will own budgets, schedules, contracts, and procurement, while maintaining strong client relationships and coordinating with field teams.

The role emphasizes autonomy, a family-oriented culture, and long-term growth within a backlog-rich environment, offering competitive compensation and opportunities across industrial, healthcare, and retail sectors.