Federal Construction Assistant Project Manager - Kansas City, MO

onsiteconstructionllc; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Training, certification reimbursement,

Job summary

Onsite Construction Group, LLC is seeking a Federal Assistant Project Manager to support project managers from pre-construction through closeout on federal contracts. The role involves coordinating schedules, budgets, documentation, and regulatory compliance to ensure project success.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of construction coordination experience, familiarity with FAR/DFARS, and proficiency with Procore, MS Project, and Bluebeam. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field, or working towards.
• 2–5 years of construction project coordination/management experience; federal project experience preferred.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and other federal regulations.
• Proficiency with Procore, MS Project and Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in planning, scheduling and execution of federal projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and field staff per specs and timelines.
• Prepare submittals, RFIs, change orders, and meeting minutes.
• Support cost control, budgeting and procurement processes.
• Maintain project documentation and reporting per FAR/DFARS and client needs.
• Engage in quality control, safety procedures and site inspections.
• Communicate regularly with federal clients and internal teams.
• Assist with closeout activities including punch lists and warranties.
• Travel may be required.

Skills

Project coordination

Construction management

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Procore

MS Project

Bluebeam

Budgeting & cost control

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Onsite Construction Group, LLC

Job Opening: Federal Construction Assistant Project Manager

Location: Kansas City, MO
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: Federal Project Manager / Director of Federal Programs
Salary Range: Competitive, based on experience
Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain federal security clearance (as required by project)

About the Company

Onsite Construction Group is a trusted federal and commercial construction contractor specializing in design-build and bid-build projects nationwide. Our mission is to deliver quality, safety, and innovation on every project we undertake—supporting critical federal infrastructure with integrity and precision.

Position Overview

The Federal Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the Project Manager in all phases of federal construction projects, from pre-construction to final closeout. The APM will help coordinate schedules, budgets, documentation, and compliance requirements under federal contracting standards.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction professional to gain experience in federal project delivery and grow into a leadership role.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist the Project Manager in planning, scheduling, and managing project execution.
2. Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and field staff to ensure compliance with specifications and project timelines.
3. Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and meeting minutes.
4. Support cost control, budgeting, and procurement processes.
5. Maintain detailed project documentation and reporting per FAR/DFARS and client requirements.
6. Participate in quality control, safety compliance, and site inspections.
7. Communicate regularly with federal clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
8. Assist with project closeout procedures, including punch lists, as-builts, and warranties.
9. Some travel may be required

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field or working towards degree are encouraged to apply.
2. Minimum 2–5 years of experience in construction project coordination or management (federal project experience preferred).
3. Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, and other federal construction regulations.
4. Proficiency in project management tools such as Procore, MS Project, and Bluebeam.
5. Excellent organizational and communication skills.
6. Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance, if required.
7. Must be able to pass a background check and 9 panel drug screen.

Preferred:

1. Experience working with USACE, NAVFAC, GSA, or VA contracts.
2. OSHA 30-Hour certification.
3. Working knowledge of design-build and quality control processes.
4. Professional certifications such as EIT, PMP, QAQC and/or CCM are a plus.

Benefits

1. Competitive salary and annual performance incentives
2. Health, dental, and vision insurance
3. 401(k) with company match
4. Paid holidays and PTO
5. Training, certification reimbursement, and professional development opportunities

Onsite Construction Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ONSITE WILL NOT CONSIDER APPLICANTS FROM RECRUITERS