Construction Assistant

hitt; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health care

401(k) matching

Wellness program

Paid time off

Job summary

HITT Contracting in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Construction Assistant to support project managers by organizing project documentation, preparing meeting and pricing packages, and distributing information to subs and the project team.

The role requires daily communication with the Project Management staff and vendors, maintaining clear, professional documentation, and a proactive, reliable work ethic with a four-year degree preferred and strong Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree preferred.
• Experience with a professional organization preferred.
• Self-motivated and proactive—takes initiative and seeks responsibility.
• Experience with Word, Excel and other Microsoft-based software.

Responsibilities

• Reports directly to the Project Manager.
• Communicates daily with Project Management staff, subs, vendors and clients.
• Ensure effective communication, consistent quality of work products, and timely delivery of documentation.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally with audiences.

Skills

Self-motivation

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service mindset

Education

Four-year degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Project management software

Job description

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT .

Construction Assistant

Job Description: A Construction Assistant will help with a myriad of tasks to assist project managers to successfully complete projects and assignments. This includes, but is not limited to, organizing project documentation, preparing meeting packages and pricing packages, information distribution with subs and project team members, and operation and maintenance manuals.

Responsibilities

• The Construction Assistant reports directly to the Project Manager.
• Required to communicate daily with the Project Management staff, subcontractors, vendors and clients.
• Ensure effective communication, consistent quality of work products, and timely delivery of documentation is required.
• Communication must be clear, concise, and professional with style tailored appropriately to the audience.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree from an accredited university is preferred.
• Prior experience with a professional organization with a proven track record of accountability, professionalism, and organization skills is preferred.
• Self-motivated and proactive - takes initiative and seeks responsibility.
• Experience with word, excel and other Microsoft based software.
• Software proficiency - able to adapt to and learn how to use sector, project and specific software systems.
• Integrity - behaves consistently with the HITT Way in all matters.
• Self-development - seeks continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities.
• Teamwork and Collaboration - is able to work collaboratively with people of various backgrounds and styles.
• Customer service oriented, committed to going beyond the "normal" call of duty.
• Ability to recognize the HITT Way and implement HITT philosophy.

In accordance with California's Labor Code Section 432.3, the base salary range for this position is: $76,230.00 - $94,380.00

• HITT Contracting offers a competitive total benefits and compensation package including performance-based bonuses, premium health care coverage including vision and dental, employer-matched 401(k), wellness reimbursement program, paid holidays and time-off, and other voluntary benefits and leave types.

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.