Assistant Project Manager (Civil & Foundations) at Quanta Services in Kansas City, MO

Job description

About Us PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is a premier outside electrical infrastructure construction company based in Kansas City, Missouri. A subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR), PAR is one of the founding members of Quanta Services and among the largest union contractors in the U.S. PAR’s employees are the reason for the success of our company. Our reputation attracts the highest quality personnel, people who are committed to producing projects that set a standard for excellence. At PAR, we take on the most challenging and complex projects we can find, and we hire people who thrive on hard work and demanding opportunities. About this Role PAR Electrical Contractors LLC is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to support our transmission, distribution, and substation construction projects. This role serves as a key link between project management, field operations, accounting, and clients to ensure projects run efficiently from initiation through closeout. The Assistant Project Manager works under the direction of a Project Manager to deliver assigned portions of electrical construction projects, taking ownership of defined scopes while building the judgement and financial control needed to advance to full project ownership. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and enjoys supporting complex, field-driven projects. **Travel Up To 75% of time, this is field based position reporting to either our Denver or Kansas City regional office** What You'll Do Manage assigned project scopes under the direction of the Project Manager Coordinate subcontractors and material procurement for assigned scopes Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project closeout processes Knowledge of job cost tracking and basic construction financial principles Prepare and track submittals, requests for information, and change order documentation Assist with project budgets, cost forecasts, and monthly billing Maintain project documentation and keep the project management platform current Support development and updating of the project schedule Attend and document project meetings and track action items Enforce company safety and quality standards on assigned work Develop toward independent management of full projects Developing financial and analytical judgment on budgets and change orders Ability to manage multiple scopes and deadlines Effective coordination with field and office teams Commitment to jobsite safety and quality All other duties assigned by management What You'll Bring Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business, Construction Management, or related field) 2–5 years of experience in construction experience, including project support or field engineering. Experience in utility construction, electrical contracting, or infrastructure projects (preferred) Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) Experience with construction management software, scheduling software and cost tracking tools (e.g., Procore or similar platforms) Strong organizational, communication, problem solving, and time management skills Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Must be based in or willing to relocate to the metro area. Experience supporting field operations teams What Sets You Apart Strong attention to detail and accuracy Proactive problem-solving skills Clear and professional communication style Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Strong sense of accountability and ownership What You'll Get PAR offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 100% employer-paid health care benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for you and your dependents 100% employer-paid basic life insurance 100% employer-paid disability benefits 401(k) retirement plan with matching contribution Paid Time Off (sick and vacation) Pa