Assistant Project Manager

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support a large-scale civil, dirt-based construction project, starting with a Data Center project in Oklahoma. This role will begin as a contract position, with the opportunity to continue supporting additional projects out of the Kansas City, MO office after the initial assignment. The ideal candidate has experience supporting project managers on commercial civil construction projects and is comfortable working in fast-paced, field-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager with day-to-day execution of civil construction projects.
• Assist with project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and daily reports.
• Track project schedules, material deliveries, and subcontractor coordination.
• Maintain accurate project records using industry-standard construction documentation software.
• Participate in project meetings and assist with meeting minutes and follow-up items.
• Support cost tracking, quantity takeoffs, and basic estimating tasks as needed.
• Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure project milestones are met.
• Assist with closeout documentation and turnover requirements.

• 2+ years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager or similar role in commercial construction with a strong emphasis on civil/dirt-based projects.
• Experience working on earthwork, site development, or underground utility projects.
• Familiarity with construction documentation software commonly used in the civil construction industry.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with field and office teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Experience in project coordination, commercial construction, and site development.

Must be open to travel for the first two months of the role to support the Data Center project in Oklahoma. After the initial assignment, the role will be based out of the Kansas City, MO area, supporting local and regional projects. The company offers an ESOP, fully vested after 3 years, providing hands-on exposure to complex, dirt-based construction work and a path to continued project support beyond the initial assignment.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $42.00/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)

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

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

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Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.