Project Manager (Construction)

Job Title: Project Manager - Hybrid

Job Description

This Project Manager role focuses on leading multiple construction and facilities projects, with a strong emphasis on MEP infrastructure and major building systems such as HVAC and roof replacements. You will develop project scopes and schedules, manage approved budgets, and provide superior client service while supporting process improvements and contributing to the growth of the organization.

The position requires managing projects across various phases, from initial identification and design through permitting, construction, and financial closeout, while collaborating closely with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support large, complex projects and assignments while proactively managing project-related issues for assigned accounts, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets, ensuring projects meet or exceed established goals for speed to market, data quality, and cost control.
• Conduct, lead, and document weekly project meetings, ensuring clear communication of status, risks, and action items to all stakeholders.
• Coordinate and track all vendor requests for proposals (RFPs), maintaining accurate and consistent electronic files and documentation.
• Coordinate the activities of general contractors and the relocation of technical functions, while interacting and negotiating with contractors and subcontractors to achieve project objectives.
• Prepare and update project status reports, process purchase orders and invoices, update tracking reports, and maintain files for due diligence and financials.
• Demonstrate a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in a timely and cost-effective manner, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Manage multiple projects at various phases and in various locations, from project identification through design, planning, client approval, permit issuance, construction, and financial closeout.
• Lead project teams consisting of architects, design engineers, general and specialty contractors, property management, operating engineers, real estate brokers, environmental consultants, client project management organizations, client security, and client technology teams.
• Provide weekly project activity updates to leadership, including schedule, budget, and risk status, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Develop risk management plans and lead teams through established work authorization processes to prevent impacts or incidents within critical environments or equipment.
• Track project financials closely, including budgets, forecasts, and actuals, and ensure alignment with financial targets and reporting requirements.
• Support team and client initiatives for process improvement and contribute to the development of best practices and standards.
• Engage in personal career development by seeking feedback, participating in training, and building expertise in construction, commercial real estate, and MEP infrastructure.
• Collaborate with accounting and project administration functions to ensure accurate billing, accounts receivable management, and working capital compliance.
• Apply an understanding of technical requirements for business relocations, including coordination of furniture, space planning, and building systems.
• Utilize relevant project technology applications to manage documentation, schedules, reporting, and communication for assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with project policies and procedures, including vendor management, safety, and risk mitigation requirements.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 years of relevant experience in project management or construction management.
• 2–3 years of practical experience in a project administration or project accounting position.
• Experience running construction management projects, including coordination of contractors and vendors.
• Project management skills covering the full project lifecycle from initiation through closeout.
• Ability to prepare, manage, and track project budgets with strong analytical and financial skills.
• MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) technical experience, particularly related to major MEP equipment and facility systems such as HVAC and roof replacements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in construction management or commercial real estate projects.
• Project management experience specifically in construction, commercial real estate, and MEP infrastructure.
• Understanding of technical requirements for business relocations, including coordination of building systems and operational impacts.
• Familiarity with architectural drawings and concepts related to furniture and space planning.
• Experience with project delivery or PDS technology applications for managing project documentation, schedules, and reporting.
• Knowledge of accounts receivable management and working capital requirements within a project environment.
• Understanding of risk management plans and work authorization processes, particularly in critical environments or facilities.
• Experience with vendor management, including RFP processes and ensuring compliance with project policies and procedures.

This role operates in a hybrid work environment, with an expectation of working approximately three to four days per week in the office and the remaining time working remotely.

The position focuses on facilities-related construction projects on the Missouri side of a major metropolitan area, with an emphasis on MEP systems, major MEP equipment, HVAC upgrades, and roof replacements rather than traditional tenant interior build-outs. You will collaborate closely with a lead project manager who will provide guidance and training, creating a supportive environment for professional growth.

The organization offers flexibility for personal appointments during the day, encouraging a healthy balance between work responsibilities and personal needs. Work involves regular interaction with contractors, engineers, architects, and internal teams, as well as the use of project management and technology tools to track schedules, budgets, documentation, and risk.

The setting includes both office-based coordination and on-site presence at facilities and construction locations, requiring adaptability to different environments and the ability to oversee work in active building and infrastructure settings

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies.

We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.