Project Assistant - Kansas

Project Assistant

Bart's Electric is a full service electrical and special systems contractor which has built a reputation of reliability and service that sets us apart in the commercial electric industry. We're looking for a highly skilled Project Assistant to join our team in Liberty, MO. Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and ready to support dynamic construction projects from the ground up? In this role, you'll play a key part in coordinating project documentation, communicating with Project Managers and Foreman and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations on-site and in the office.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy being at the heart of project execution, we'd love to hear from you!

The Project Assistant plays a vital role in supporting project managers and field teams throughout the lifecycle of construction projects. This position is responsible for coordinating project documentation, maintaining schedules, tracking progress, and facilitating communication between internal teams, suppliers, and vendors. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role ensures that projects run smoothly, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards and client expectations.

Position Responsibilities:

• Compile and format submittals in coordination with the Project Managers
• Request close-out documents and assist in preparation of Operation & Maintenance Manuals
• File, track, and log safety logs, daily logs, budgets, and weekly planning forms
• Conduct initial pricing for change orders for approval by the Project Manager
• Track change orders, RFIs, and Submittals through the course of the project
• Update meeting schedules & active job lists
• Secure permits and assist in licensing requirements for projects
• Make travel arrangements and complete expense reports for team members
• Assist in monitoring labor rates and hours
• Assist with communication between subcontractors, vendors and customers as required
• Attend weekly Foremen meetings as required
• File project documents (hard and soft copies)
• Other duties as assigned

Performance Accountabilities:

• Relationships with staff, operations personnel, vendors and suppliers.
• Resolution of problems affecting production schedules.
• Resolution of complaints and grievances with vendors and suppliers.
• Accuracy of work
• Conformance to procurement policies and procedures
• Attainment of established goals and objectives by manager
• Timely completion of tasks and assignments.

Position Requirements:

• Education / Technical High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience / Skills
• Thorough familiarity with M.S. Word and Excel (Required)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills (Required)
• Exceptional multi-tasking and follow through skills (Required)
• Experience in construction office support (Preferred)
• Familiarity with M.S. Project (Preferred)

We offer competitive pay and a generous benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, six paid holidays and a 401k with generous match.

We believe that the unique contributions of all Barts Electric employees create our success. To ensure that our services and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experiences, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status.

Please follow the online application process. We will contact those candidates we are interested in pursuing further as openings become available.