Project Assistant
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Job Location:
San Jose, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 65000 - 90000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Title: Project Assistant
Reports to: Project Manager and Senior Risk Manager
Summary of Position: We are seeking a proactive organized Project Assistant to provide primary admin-istrative support on assigned construction projects. This multifaceted role in-cludes project coordination labor compliance as well as general office and team support. The ideal candidate is collaborative communicative and comfortable working in a fast-paced field-integrated environment.
Typical Duties:
Project Support
Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to project teams including preparing bid packages and RFPs creating and tracking subcontracts purchase orders and change orders; processing billings and assisting with project setup and closeout activities
Maintain accurate and organized project documentation including sub-contractor insurance safety records compliance materials and reporting requirements
Labor Compliance
Collect and review certified payroll and skilled and trained workforce reports to ensure compliance with prevailing wage apprenticeship and public works requirements (training provided)
Track and maintain compliance records including subcontractor licensing and related documentation.
Serve as a point of contact in coordination with the Risk Manager for compliance-related inquiries from field staff and subcontractors.
Office and Team Support
Provide administrative support to project and office teams including preparing correspondence maintaining records and scheduling meetings
Contribute to overall team efficiency by supporting cross-functional needs and project execution efforts
Work between the San Jose main office and field offices to maintain strong alignment with jobsite operations and provide direct support to field staff.
Skills/Qualifications:
Prior experience in construction project coordination labor compliance labor unions or field support preferably on public works or affordable housing projects
Familiarity with public works labor standards preferred (prevailing wage apprenticeship skilled and trained workforce)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook) and project management/document control systems
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable interacting with diverse teams and field crews
Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Positive proactive approach and willingness to help wherever needed
Commitment to promoting a safe compliant and inclusive work environment
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively
Position Status: Full-time regular business hours non-exempt
Location: Northern California (Bay Area)
Compensation: Blach Construction offers an outstanding compensation package including a highly competitive base salary an initial three weeks of paid vacation (growing to four weeks after five years of service) holidays and sick leave. Comprehen-sive medical dental and vision coverage 401(k) plan with company match profit-sharing long-term disability insurance cash bonuses based on perfor-mance professional development education assistance credit union member-ship annual wellness stipend professional affiliations and many other benefits. The company practices a progressive management style that truly values and appreciates high-quality team members and invests a tremendous amount in their growth and development.
About Blach: Named as the #1 Best Place to Work in the Bay Area in 2019 by the Silicon Valley Business Journal and San Francisco Business Times and one of the Top 100 Best Companies to work for in the United States in 2013 and 2016 Blach Construc-tion is a financially stable award-winning mid-sized general building contractor and construction manager headquartered in San Jose with operations through-out the greater Bay Area and Southern California.
Blach offers an outstanding benefits package which you can read about on the company website as well as an extensive training and development program for all employees through our own Blach University. The management of the com-pany is dedicated to maintaining a stimulating and exciting work environment where teamwork and excellence are encouraged and supported. For more infor-mation check out the companys website at .
Contact: If you possess any of the above talents and are looking for an opportunity to join an exciting dynamic team at a growing firm please submit your resume through our website at Blach Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Access
- Bluebeam
- Construction Experience
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Office Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Administrative Experience
About Company
Expert builders, Blach Construction has been committed to quality, innovation, craftsmanship and enhancing Bay Area and Monterey communities since 1970.
