Construction Assistant

dollartree

Chesapeake (VA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 28,000

Full time

14 days+

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Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plan with matching

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Job summary

Dollar Tree is seeking a Construction Assistant at our corporate office in Chesapeake, VA. You will support multiple Construction Project Managers on nationwide store projects, coordinating with vendors, landlords, and general contractors.

Your role ensures accurate material orders, schedules, and documentation throughout the construction process. Ideal candidates have strong organizational and communication skills, 2+ years in construction support or admin roles, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree preferred.
2+ years of administrative, construction support, project coordination, or vendor management experience preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Support Construction Project Managers through the lifecycle of new store projects.
Order and communicate material requirements to vendors using Lucernex and Ariba.
Coordinate with vendors, GC's, and PMs to resolve scheduling, delivery, and installation issues.
Process POs, change orders, accruals, and material chargebacks; code vendor requisitions.
Track project activity and timelines from initiation to completion; maintain documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree preferred

Tools

Lucernex

Ariba

Accruent

Job description

Construction Assistant

Your organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment make you a great fit for our Construction Assistant position. Join our dynamic team today and find a rewarding career with a company that values you and all you bring to the table.

About Your Role:

As a Construction Assistant at Dollar Tree’s corporate office, you’ll provide essential support to multiple Construction Project Managers overseeing new store construction projects nationwide. Acting as a central point of coordination between internal teams, vendors, landlords, and General Contractors, you'll help ensure materials are ordered accurately, project schedules stay on track, and critical documentation is maintained throughout the construction process.

Your day-to-day job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Project & Vendor Coordination

Support Construction Project Managers throughout the lifecycle of new store construction projects
Order and communicate project material requirements to vendors using Lucernex and Ariba systems
Coordinate with vendors, General Contractors, and Project Managers to resolve scheduling, delivery, and installation issues
Identify and escape material, vendor, and project concerns as needed
Assist with onboarding and training of new Project Managers, vendors, and contractors on company systems and processes

Construction Administration

Process Purchase Orders (POs), change orders, accruals, and material chargeback reconciliations
Accurately code vendor requisitions according to established accounting classifications
Review, distribute, and track construction memos and urgent change notices, ensuring timely posting to company systems
Track project activity and timelines, ensuring accurate follow-up from project initiation through completion
Create facility records and close projects within company systems once stores are confirmed open

Lease & Financial Support

Submit Tenant Allowance (TA) requests to landlords with required supporting documentation
Track landlord communications and Tenant Allowance payments
Escalate outstanding issues or payment delays and support audit preparation activities

Documentation & Communication

Manage a high volume of daily communications while maintaining professionalism and responsiveness
Read and interpret basic floor plans and layout drawings to support project planning and order accuracy
Maintain accurate project records, reports, and documentation
Develop familiarity with store fixture types and vendor relationships to support project execution

Your Required Skills and Experience:

High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred
2+ years of administrative, construction support, project coordination, or vendor management experience preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business demands
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Professional demeanor and ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external partners

Preferred Requirements:

Knowledge of the construction industry
Construction administrative experience
Familiarity with store construction, fixturing, planning, operations, or merchandising
Experience with Lucernex, Ariba, Accruent, or similar project management and procurement systems
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and floor plans

Our success is a team effort —

when we reach our goals, you’ll be eligible for a yearly bonus!

Start Rate = $18.00 - $20.00 based on experience

Your Perks and Benefits:

We offer a wide variety of rewards to support your health, wealth, and mental well-being. In addition to medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance, we offer: