Construction Project Manager | Education & Healthcare | KC

About Our Client

With all projects local to the Greater KC Area, they are looking for a talented Project Manager with relationships in KC to join their growing team!

• Conduct thorough evaluations of project scopes and bids, ultimately selecting and awarding work to partnering trades.
• Oversee procurement activities by negotiating agreements with trade partners and securing major equipment needed for the project.
• Develop detailed work packages outlining expectations and deliverables for each trade partner.
• Review and authorize billing from vendors and trade partners, including issuing and validating change directives when required.
• Manage client‑facing financial components such as change requests, contingency utilization, and allowance tracking.
• Produce monthly forecasts outlining projected financial performance for active projects.
• Create and keep current a comprehensive project timeline that guides overall field and administrative activities.
• Identify design features or construction factors that could influence schedule performance and adjust plans proactively.
• Track field progress regularly to confirm alignment with established timelines and address emerging delays.
• Facilitate recurring progress check‑ins with clients to communicate updates and maintain alignment.
• Ensure construction operations are executed in accordance with the officially published schedule.
• Review and provide feedback on the Superintendent's short‑term (three‑week) planning updates.
• Champion jobsite safety by setting clear expectations and modeling strong safety‑first behavior.
• Investigate any incidents on the jobsite, documenting findings and contributing to corrective measures.
• Lead project kickoff discussions to align teams before construction activities begin.
• Facilitate weekly coordination sessions with owners, trade partners, and key stakeholders.
• Visit active jobsites to evaluate progress and verify that workmanship meets required quality standards.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in project management
• Experience working on education, higher education, commercial, healthcare, or municipal construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, market conditions, and subcontractor trades.
• Proficiency in software and project management tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Highly organized with strong analytical and decision-making abilities.

• Base salary up to $130k (dependent upon experience).
• Annual vehicle allowance.
• Annual bonus potential.
• 401K plan with company match.
• Full benefits (Vision, Dental, Healthcare).
• PTO plan up to 3 weeks starting, paid company holidays, etc.
• Positive company culture and work/life balance.
• 100% local work to the Greater Kansas City Area.