Assistant Project Manager - Tulsa KSW

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Assistant Project Manager – Tulsa Data Center

Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Company: Kelso Southwest

Position Summary

Kelso Southwest is seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support the execution of a major data center project in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The APM will work closely with project and field leadership to coordinate documentation, procurement, scheduling, cost tracking, and day-to-day project execution.

The ideal candidate has experience in commercial or industrial mechanical construction, with exposure to piping, HVAC, process piping, or other self-perform mechanical scopes. Data center or mission-critical experience is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager with day-to-day project planning and execution.
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, change orders, drawings, and project documentation.
• Assist with procurement, material tracking, equipment deliveries, and long-lead items.
• Track project schedules, milestones, costs, and progress.
• Coordinate with superintendents, project engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and other trade partners.
• Help identify field conflicts, schedule impacts, and project risks and drive timely resolution.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain accurate action items and follow-up.
• Assist with cost reporting, forecasting, billing, and change management.
• Maintain communication between project management and field teams.
• Support project closeout, punch-list activities, turnover documentation, and commissioning requirements.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of construction project experience, preferably with a mechanical contractor.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, or mission-critical construction.
• Knowledge of HVAC, piping, process piping, hydronic, or related mechanical systems preferred.
• Data center, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or similar project experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, scheduling, and cost tracking.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both project-management and field teams in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who understands how a mechanical construction project moves from drawings and procurement into field execution. The right candidate is organized, proactive, comfortable working closely with field leadership, and ready to take on increasing project-management responsibility as Kelso Southwest continues to grow.

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience:

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business