Assistant Project Manager | Legends Global Owner's Representation
Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, and Project Director in executing day-to-day on-site activities from design through turnover and closeout. This role collaborates closely with design and construction teams to help deliver high-quality outcomes in fast-paced sports and entertainment venue environments.
THE PROJECT
This role sits within Legends Global Owner’s Representation, which provides project management services for major sports and entertainment venues and other complex public assembly facilities. Projects are fast-paced and stakeholder-rich, requiring strong coordination across owners, designers, builders, and specialty consultants on site.
WHAT YOU'LL DO (KEY RESPONSIBILITIES)
Field Oversight & Team Coordination
- Support monitoring of the design team and construction team to help the Project Manager and Senior Project Manager.
- Assist with day-to-day on-site review of work in the field and coordination across stakeholders.
- Attend required meetings and, as needed, capture meeting minutes for project records.
Schedule, Quality, and Compliance Support
- Help monitor adherence to the agreed project schedule and escalate risks as appropriate.
- Support reporting on quality and help resolve non-compliance items, including jobsite inspections.
- Assist with managing testing and inspections to support timely approvals.
Documentation, Reporting, and Closeout
- Maintain current project files and support preparation of monthly reports and other reporting tools.
- Assist with monitoring the RFI and submittal process and support permit/inspection/approval tracking.
- Support invoice reviews and payment application processes, and assist with turnover and closeout documentation.
WHAT YOU BRING (QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE)
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Building Construction, Architecture, or Engineering (preferred).
- 1–5 years of experience as a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, or Construction Administration Representative.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility across internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency with MS 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint) and tools such as Procore and MS Project or Primavera P6.
- Ability to multi-task, deliver on deadlines, and work effectively in fast-paced jobsite environments.
KEY LEADERSHIP ATTRIBUTES
- Clear, collaborative communicator.
- Detail-driven follow-through.
- Quality and schedule focus.
- Ownership in the field.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & TRAVEL
- On-site role in an active project / jobsite environment.
- Willingness to travel heavily or relocate based on project assignment.
- Flexibility to work non-traditional hours as needed due to accelerated schedules.
COMPENSATION
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.
LOCATION
Kansas City, MO
ABOUT LEGENDS GLOBAL
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world’s most iconic live events, venues, and brands. We power unforgettable experiences through a fully integrated suite of premium services delivered seamlessly through our white-label model to keep our partners front and center.
With a global network of more than 450 venues, hosting 20,000 events and welcoming 165 million guests annually, Legends Global brings unmatched scale and expertise across every touchpoint from feasibility and consulting to sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and world-class content and booking.
Our culture is built on respect, ambition, collaboration, and bold action. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where every team member can bring their authentic self, make a meaningful impact, and build a lasting career. At Legends Global, winning isn’t occasional—it’s intentional. We succeed because of our people: elite performers who know that every victory is earned together. If you thrive in high-performance environments and want to help shape the future of sports and entertainment, this is where you belong.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
NOTE:
The essential responsibilities of this position are described below the above headings. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.