Construction Project Manager

Capital Electric Construction Company, Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits begin Day 1

Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with employer match

Paid Holidays & PTO

Job summary

Capital Electric Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a project manager to oversee efforts from estimating and bid preparation through final acceptance on complex electrical construction projects.

You will lead on-site coordination, safety, and client interface to ensure work aligns with design, codes, budget, and schedule. The role requires a construction management background, significant estimating experience, and the ability to drive teams and resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management (or similar field) or equivalent combination of technical training and/or experience.
• 3+ years of experience estimating in construction.
• 5+ years in construction project management (preferred).
• Previous experience with electrical construction project management (preferred).
• Familiarity with ACCUBID (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide initial client contact to assess the scope of work and resources required to successfully complete project(s).
• Prepare complete estimates for selected projects which may include a detailed review of specifications, drawings, take-off information, contract requirements, etc.
• Supervise total construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, codes and standards, budget, and schedule, interface with client representatives, other contractors, and other Capital Electric Construction personnel.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise on-site functions (scheduling, engineering, material control, etc.).
• May provide day-to-day direction of on-site administrative staff and work with the on-site Foreman to manage the work of project support personnel.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all project documentation including but not limited to correspondence, billing, purchase orders, change orders, submittals, schedules, etc.
• Investigate any situations with potential project impacts. Mitigate any situations that may impact the project whenever possible and initiate corrective action as necessary.
• Ensure company safety policies and procedures are followed. Investigate, report, and correct any safety-related incidents.
• Provide technical assistance or interpretation as needed.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within the boundaries of corporate policies.
• Initiate and maintain extra work estimating and issuance of change orders.
• Travel, either local or overnight, may be required and this position is required to drive.
• Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

MS Office

Construction Mgmt

Estimating experience

Supervision experience

Safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management

PM Certification (preferred)

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

ACCUBID

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

• Provide overall project management from estimating and bid preparation through final acceptance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in construction management (or similar field) or equivalent combination of technical training and/or experience.
• 3+ years of experience estimating in construction.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field is preferred.
• 5+ years in construction project management is preferred.
• Previous experience with electrical construction project management is preferred.
• Familiarity with ACCUBID is preferred.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• 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.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated construction management, estimating, and/or craft supervision experience.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods); craft agreements, jurisdiction, negotiations, engineering, estimating, schedules, and safety required.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide initial client contact to assess the scope of work and resources required to successfully complete project(s).
• Prepare complete estimates for selected projects which may include a detailed review of specifications, drawings, take-off information, contract requirements, etc.
• Supervise total construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, codes and standards, budget, and schedule, interface with client representatives, other contractors, and other Capital Electric Construction personnel.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise on-site functions (scheduling, engineering, material control, etc.).
• May provide day-to-day direction of on-site administrative staff and work with the on-site Foreman to manage the work of project support personnel.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all project documentation including but not limited to correspondence, billing, purchase orders, change orders, submittals, schedules, etc.
• Investigate any situations with potential project impacts. Mitigate any situations that may impact the project whenever possible and initiate corrective action as necessary.
• Ensure company safety policies and procedures are followed. Investigate, report, and correct any safety-related incidents.
• Provide technical assistance or interpretation as needed.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within the boundaries of corporate policies.
• Initiate and maintain extra work estimating and issuance of change orders.
• Travel, either local or overnight, may be required and this position is required to drive.
• 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 Company's background check, MVR, and drug screen programs.
• Will be subject to Client's background check and drug screen programs.
• May be required to submit to periodic background checks if position requires access to security sensitive business locations and/or systems.
• Required to maintain a valid driver's license.
• This position may require travel.
• Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities - EEO/AAP

This position will be located onsite in the Smithville, MO area. This is not a hybrid or remote position.

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.

ANTICIPATED APPLICATION DEADLINE - November 5, 2026

JOIN THE CAPITAL ELECTRIC CONSTRUCTION COMPANY TEAM

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

Qualifications

Behaviors

• Leader - Inspires teammates to follow them
• Functional Expert - Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Education

• Bachelor Degree of Construction (preferred)
• High School Diploma/GED/Equivalent (required)

Experience

• 3 years: Construction estimating. (preferred)
• 4 years: Construction project management. (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

• Proj Mgmt Prof Cert (preferred)

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.