Assistant Project Engineer Jobs in Independence, MO

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Project Engineer to join our team. This role is integral to the successful execution and management of construction projects, ensuring all documentation, schedules, and communications are precise and up-to-date. The ideal candidate will have direct experience in construction management, with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and distribute the most current construction documents, including addenda, ASIs, and approved proposal requests.
• Manage project information within Procore and internal systems.
• Record and issue meeting minutes to ensure clear communication and accountability.
• Maintain a change order log and compile pricing for changes within one week of reported events.
• Assist in issuing subcontracts and purchase orders with accuracy and timeliness.
• Read and understand subcontract conditions and prime contract requirements.
• Update project schedules weekly and support field staff with the information and tools needed to execute work.
• Collaborate closely with superintendents, subcontractors, designers, and consultants to maintain alignment across project phases.
• Analyze, manage, and mitigate project risks proactively.
• Manage submittal logs, RFIs, and other project controls to ensure timely processing.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to process enhancements.
• Promote and uphold strong safety culture across all project activities.
• Serve as a professional, friendly representative of the company, understanding that your attitude reflects the entire team.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 3 years of experience in design-build and/or industrial construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of construction processes including bidding, budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination.
• Proficiency with Procore or similar project management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, solve problems efficiently, and coordinate multiple tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in working with large general contractors that self-perform and are growing.

Work Environment

This position is based on-site in Kansas City, MO, with occasional travel for projects. The work environment emphasizes strong safety culture and offers opportunities to collaborate with a dynamic team.

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

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Kadean company benefits. PTO, Holiday, Health, Dental, 401k Match.

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

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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