Join Our Team as an Assistant Project Manager! 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.
What You'll Be Doing:
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.
What We're Looking For:
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.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
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.
Numbers & Facts
Location
New Florence, Missouri
Skills
Biddingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Computer Systemsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Construction Managementunmatched
Construction Project Managementunmatched
Contract Reviewunmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
Cost Engineeringunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)unmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Forecastingunmatched
Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Negotiation Skillsunmatched
Network Operations Centerunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Profit & Lossunmatched
Progress Reportsunmatched
Project Estimatesunmatched
Project Executionunmatched
Project Lifecycleunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Proposal Writingunmatched
Purchase Ordersunmatched
Safety Complianceunmatched
Schedule Developmentunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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