Office Manager

Newkirk Novak Construction Partners; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

Holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Bonus program

Job summary

Newkirk Novak Construction Partners is seeking an Office Manager to serve as the operational backbone of the office, handling administrative, project, accounting, HR, and facilities support to keep daily operations running smoothly.

The role supports project teams and leadership, maintains an organized, professional, welcoming office, and coordinates with vendors, clients, and trade partners while upholding confidentiality and high attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of office administration or office management experience.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to quickly learn new software systems and technology.
• Experience supporting payroll or human resources functions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day office operations and serve as the first point of contact for visitors and partners.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls and emails.
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems and company records.
• Order and maintain office supplies, breakroom items, safety gear, and office equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming office and common areas.
• Prepare meeting rooms for guests.
• Develop and improve office procedures to increase efficiency.
• Support leadership with projects as needed.
• Track trade partner compliance documentation (COIs, W-9s, licenses).
• Coordinate document requests between project managers, clients, and trade partners.
• Order safety materials, signage, drawings, PPE for projects.
• Track employee safety certifications and maintain records.
• Assist with accounts payable/receivable and coordinate with accounting.
• Process vendor invoices and customer billing documentation.
• Maintain organized financial records for accounting.
• Serve as primary administrative contact for vendors, trade partners, clients, and visitors.
• Manage vendor accounts and service relationships (cleaning, pest control, etc.).
• Schedule meetings and coordinate calendars.
• Support marketing with company store, branded merchandise, and apparel inventory.
• Maintain professional communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Office administration

Multitasking

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Time management

Confidential information handling

Payroll/HR support experience

Adaptability

Job description

The Office Manager serves as the operational backbone of Newkirk Novak Construction Partner’s office, providing administrative, project, accounting, HR, and facilities support to keep daily operations running smoothly. This role is the first point of contact for visitors and callers and supports project teams and leadership with day-to-day tasks, while helping maintain an organized, professional, and welcoming office environment. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

Office Administration & Front Office

• Oversee day-to-day office operations and serve as the first point of contact for visitors and partners.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls and emails.
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems and company records.
• Order and maintain office supplies, breakroom items, safety gear, and office equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming office and common areas.
• Prepare meeting rooms for guests.
• Develop and improve office procedures to increase efficiency.
• Support leadership with projects as needed.

Project Administration & Construction Support

• Track trade partner compliance documentation, including certificates of insurance (COIs), W-9s, licenses, and other required documents.
• Coordinate document requests between project managers, clients, and trade partners.
• Support projects by ordering safety materials, signage, drawings, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Support tracking of employee safety certifications (e.g., OSHA 10/30, First Aid/CPR) and maintain associated records.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes and coordinate with the accounting team.
• Process vendor invoices and customer billing documentation, including invoice coding.
• Maintain organized financial records for the accounting team.
• Serve as the primary administrative contact for vendors, trade partners, clients, and visitors.
• Manage vendor accounts and service relationships (e.g., cleaning, pest control, waste management, shredding, lawn care, printer/copier service, telecom/mobile account).
• Schedule meetings and coordinate calendars as needed.
• Work with the marketing team to assist with company store, branded merchandise, and apparel inventory.
• Maintain professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Human Resources & Employee Experience

• Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding, including collecting required documents (e.g., I-9, W-4) and coordinating workstation setup.
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files and training records.
• Serve as point person for 401(k) enrollment and coordinate with the plan administrator.
• Support benefits administration, including health insurance enrollment.
• Assist with company meetings and employee events.

Fleet Administration

• Manage truck fleet titling, registration/tags, and vehicle branding.
• Track vehicle maintenance schedules and coordinate service as needed.
• Support DOT compliance recordkeeping, if applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of office administration or office management experience.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to quickly learn new software systems and technology.
• Experience supporting payroll or human resources functions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Occasionally lift and carry office supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to move throughout the office as needed.
• Occasional travel between the office and job sites/vendors as needed.
• Business casual dress.
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Professional written and verbal communication
• Problem-solving, critical thinking, and quick response
• Time management and prioritization
• Customer service oriented
• High degree of discretion and professionalism with confidential information
• Ability to work independently
• Team collaboration with a positive “can do” attitude
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Takes direction from upper management assertively

What Success Looks Like

A successful Office Manager will:

• Maintain organized and efficient office operations.
• Ensure project documentation is accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Provide timely support to project managers and leadership.
• Build positive relationships with clients, trade partners, and vendors.
• Help improve administrative processes that increase efficiency across the organization.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure administrative tasks are completed on time.
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and collaborative office environment.

Newkirk Novak Construction Partners offers a competitive compensation and benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, Paid Vacation, Holidays, 401(k) Plan with company match, and a performance-based bonus program. Newkirk Novak Construction Partners is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.