Join Our Team as an Assistant Project Manager!
đź“Ť New Florence, Missouri
Slifco Electric is a premier electrical contracting firm serving the Automotive, Heavy Industrial, and Mission Critical sectors. We specialize in both ground-up construction and major renovations, managing electrical packages ranging from small service work to multi-million-dollar installations.
We’re looking for a motivated Assistant Project Manager (APM) who is ready to take the next step in their career in electrical construction project management. This role provides hands-on exposure to both estimating and project execution, working alongside experienced Project Managers on a large data center project.
The Role:
As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support Project Managers throughout the full project lifecycle, from bidding and preconstruction through execution and closeout. You’ll gain real-world experience managing costs, schedules, documentation, and client relationships while helping ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably.
- Assist with the bidding and estimating process, including pre-bid meetings and site walk-throughs.
- Support preparation of bid proposals including labor, materials, subcontractors, and project costs.
- Assist with contract review, scope confirmation, and negotiations.
- Participate in internal and external project meetings.
- Support communication with clients, customers, and General Contractors.
- Assist with project administration including:
- Submittals
- Purchase orders
- Subcontracts
- Contract revisions and documentation control
- Help establish and maintain project schedules and milestones.
- Assist in tracking, forecasting, and managing project costs to maximize profitability.
- Support resolution of delays, scope changes, and cost impacts.
- Monitor and report project progress, financials, and overall status.
- Work alongside Project Managers, General Foremen, and Superintendents to support field execution.
- Assist with manpower planning and material flow coordination.
- Support safety compliance efforts alongside Slifco’s Safety Director.
- Learn and develop strong client and relationship management skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer systems.
- Willingness to learn, take initiative, and grow professionally.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with BIM or virtual modeling tools.
- Experience in electrical construction or industrial projects.
- Clear career path from APM → Project Manager → Senior Project Manager.
- Hands-on mentorship from experienced construction leaders.
- Exposure to large-scale automotive and industrial projects.
- Collaborative culture between office and field teams.
- Long-term career stability with a growing electrical contractor.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
Ready to Power Up Your Career? ⚡
No 3rd party recruiters — please apply directly through Slifco Electric’s careers page.
