Project Manager- Construction

ZipRecruiter; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction and engineering is seeking a Construction Project Manager in Kansas City, MO. The role involves overseeing project aspects from client relationships to budgets, ensuring successful project completion. Ideal candidates will have a degree in construction or engineering and significant experience in project management, particularly with government projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Generous paid time off and holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Life insurance

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Mental health resources

Short- and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience on Federal, State, or Local Government projects.
• At least 5+ years of construction project management experience in new and vertical construction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all project aspects, including client relationships, schedules, budgets, and profitability.
• Manage project development from start to finish, including entitlement, design-build, and construction.
• Prepare cost estimates and establish budgets within 14 days of award.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction or engineering

Tools

Suretrak

Primavera

Job description

Job Description

ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES

Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide a wide range of construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.

When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside industry leaders. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization, and our Tribe.

We seek top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible employer by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering a competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, mental health resources, short- and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

LOCATION: This position reports to our office in Kansas City, MO, supporting our Midwest Region.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Tepa Companies are seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee all project aspects, including client relationships, schedules, budgets, and profitability through project completion. The Project Manager will collaborate with the Superintendent to develop and update project schedules, prepare cost estimates, and manage federal construction projects, with knowledge of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ RMS system being a plus.

Job Functions:

1. Prepare cost estimates
2. Create project schedules using Suretrak or Primavera
3. Establish budgets within 14 days of award, including bid review, drawing review, and on-site management
4. Manage project development from start to finish
5. Define project scope, goals, and deliverables
6. Manage consultants, subcontractors, vendors, budgets, and internal departments
7. Oversee all project phases: entitlement, design-build, permitting, bidding, contracting, construction, billing, and closeout
8. Plan and manage project timelines to meet deadlines
9. Report on project progress, issues, and solutions
10. Perform cost estimating and quality control
11. Develop and manage budgets and forecasts
12. Establish site office and communication protocols
13. Track RFIs
14. Evaluate superintendents and quality controllers
15. Conduct pre-qualification and procurement of subcontractors
16. Verify Superintendent’s 3-Week Look Ahead Schedule
17. Update and maintain bi-weekly budget reports for management
18. Perform cost and risk analyses with recommendations
19. Maintain open communication with field staff and resolve issues

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in construction or engineering
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience on Federal, State, or Local Government projects
• At least 5+ years of construction project management experience in new and vertical construction
• Previous Design-Build experience is preferred but not required
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proven ability to establish effective project management control systems
• Ability to obtain a federal background check and base pass
• Efficient time management skills
• Understanding of project planning, resource allocation, and leadership principles

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans