Design Assistant Project Manager Jobs in Wichita, KS

Position Summary

Conco Construction is seeking a Project Manager with the proven ability to lead and manage construction projects across a variety of industry sectors, sizes, and levels of complexity. This position is responsible for taking projects from estimate through final close-out while partnering closely with project superintendents, clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

A successful Project Manager at Conco will have, or be committed to developing, a strong understanding of our self-performing trades, including earthwork, concrete, masonry, ironwork, carpentry, drywall, and pre-engineered metal buildings. Because Conco’s success is built on long-term client relationships, this role requires strong communication, accountability, follow-through, and a commitment to delivering quality work safely, on time, and within budget.

The ideal candidate will feel at home in Conco’s fast-paced, high-energy environment and will bring a strong sense of ownership to every project.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects in partnership with the project superintendent.
• Prepare for and lead project-related meetings, including progress meetings, OAC meetings, pre-installation meetings, and other project coordination meetings.
• Create, maintain, and update detailed project construction schedules.
• Review and approve project invoices on a weekly basis.
• Accurately update job cost reports, projections, and estimated project profits.
• Prepare competitive estimates for both self-perform trades and subcontracted scopes of work.
• Manage bid processes for both hard-bid and negotiated projects.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, design teams, and business partners.
• Prepare, review, and manage project RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, subcontract documents, contract documents, change orders, and close-out documents.
• Proactively identify project risks, challenges, and opportunities, and work with the project team to resolve issues efficiently.
• Support business development efforts by representing Conco professionally with current and prospective clients.

Qualifications

Required

• Relevant construction management experience.
• 2+ years of experience in a project management, construction management, or closely related role.
• Experience supporting or leading construction projects from start to finish.
• Exposure to estimating, budgeting, and bid processes.
• Experience coordinating with project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience leading and managing commercial construction projects.
• Experience managing projects in excess of $5M.
• Experience managing Construction Manager at Risk projects.
• Experience working with self-performing construction teams.
• Experience supporting project interviews, client presentations, or business development efforts.

Skills & Competencies

Required

• Ability to manage construction projects with limited oversight.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects at one time.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving project issues.
• Strong sense of urgency and follow-through.
• Sense of ownership and accountability for project outcomes.
• Ability to hold self and others accountable.
• Integrity in decision-making and all aspects of project management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal team members.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work closely with field leadership.
• Composure and sound judgment in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred

• Working knowledge of Conco’s self-performing trades, including earthwork, concrete, masonry, ironwork, carpentry, drywall, and pre-engineered metal buildings.
• Experience with Bluebeam, OST software, and cloud-based project management software.
• Strong presentation skills for project interviews and client meetings.
• Business development acumen and the ability to support long-term client relationships.
• Ability to identify project opportunities, risks, and efficiencies that support profitability and client satisfaction.

Working Conditions

• Office environment + job site visits
• Work is primarily performed Monday through Friday with a consistent schedule; but may work some unusual hours as needed

Physical Requirements

• Mostly sedentary, sitting at a desk within an office environment. Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, view a PC monitor, talk and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, or kneel.
• May at times lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.