Project Manager – Commercial / Public Construction

Jobot; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Project Manager for major commercial and public construction projects in the Kansas City area. You will lead all phases from preconstruction through closeout, coordinating with owners, architects, and subcontractors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role emphasizes strong communication, leadership, and risk management, with opportunities to grow and take ownership across education, healthcare, municipal, and corporate projects.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of PM experience in commercial/public construction.
• Experience managing education, healthcare, municipal, or corporate projects.
• Strong budgeting, scheduling, and project controls understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of construction projects from preconstruction to closeout.
• Manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and performance.
• Serve as primary client contact ensuring high-quality experience.
• Oversee procurement, contract admin, and risk management.
• Collaborate with design partners and field staff for seamless execution.
• Uphold safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide proactive problem-solving to keep projects on track.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Scheduling

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Project Management Opportunity with a Major Commercial / Public Construction Company!

Job details

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Asante Kamtema

Salary: $105,000 - $130,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a full-service construction firm specializing in general contracting, construction management, design-build, and preconstruction services across commercial and public sector markets. The organization is known for delivering high-quality projects through a client-first approach, emphasizing transparency, collaboration, and strong project control processes.

With deep expertise across sectors such as education, healthcare, corporate, and community-focused developments, this company builds long-term partnerships by understanding each client’s goals beyond just the physical structure.

Why join us?

• Client-centric execution – delivering projects that go beyond scope, schedule, and budget
• Transparency and accountability – open communication across all stakeholders
• Career growth and development – opportunities to take ownership and expand your skill set
• Community impact – working on meaningful projects that shape public and commercial spaces
• Strong culture – a supportive, team-oriented environment with a focus on long-term success

Core Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of construction projects, from preconstruction through closeout
• Manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and overall project performance
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring a high-quality experience
• Oversee procurement, contract administration, and risk management
• Collaborate with internal teams, design partners, and field staff to ensure seamless execution
• Maintain strict adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Provide proactive problem-solving to keep projects on track

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in commercial and/or public construction
• Proven experience managing projects in sectors such as education, healthcare, municipal, or corporate environments
• Strong understanding of construction management processes, including budgeting, scheduling, and project controls
• Experience with delivery methods such as Design-Build, CMAR, or General Contracting
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including owners, architects, and subcontractors
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred

Preferred Skills

• Experience with public-sector projects and stakeholder coordination
• Knowledge of local building codes, permitting, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency with project management software (Procore, Primavera, MS Project, etc.)
• Ability to foster long-term client relationships and contribute to business development efforts

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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