Construction Support Specialist

erling; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture

Opportunities for career development

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Erling is seeking a Construction Support Specialist in Corpus Christi, Texas, to provide operational and administrative support for construction projects. The role involves coordinating field activities, managing documentation, and ensuring timely billing and compliance.

The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in project management software, with opportunities for growth in a fast-paced environment.

Join a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional service solutions in the fuel systems and mechanical installation sectors.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of direct office support or field construction experience.
• Experience in Petroleum Equipment Industry or Electric Vehicle Charging Industries is a plus.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate construction service requests and dispatch technicians.
• Prepare estimates and track schedules and milestones.
• Serve as liaison between teams and customers.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Compile billing packages and coordinate with accounting.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and support audits.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Spanish fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Scheduling software

Project management software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Construction Support Specialist provides operational and administrative support for both construction projects and construction service-related work. This role coordinates field activities, tracks job progress, maintains documentation, and supports billing and closeout processes.

WHO WE ARE

Erling is a family‑owned company dedicated to delivering exceptional service solutions to our customers. Our focus is on equipping, building, repairing, and maintaining retail facilities for operators of convenience stores and related types of business. Our core expertise is with fuel systems however we are expanding our offerings to provide a broad range of equipment, installation, repairs, and maintenance of the mechanical systems in these facilities. Our market is roughly the eastern half of Texas. We have delivered double‑digit annual revenue growth for over fifteen years and expect that to continue going forward. We are privately held.

We attract and retain people who had the following traits before joining our company: they are inherently hard working, they are hands‑on get involved people, they pay attention to details and focus on doing the job right, they are constantly thinking about how to improve their work, they display good manners and know how to get along with other people. We operate in an “earned trust” work environment, which is to say we trust employees and expect they will deliver excellent results with minimal supervision. We are data driven and primarily utilize data to improve our performance. We have recently completed a new corporate office in Hutto, TX to accommodate future growth.

What You Will Be Doing

• Construction Service Call Coordination
  • Receive and prioritize fuel construction service requests
  • Dispatch technicians and track job status
  • Ensure proper documentation is submitted
• Project Support
  • Prepare estimates and coordinate site surveys, spill bucket replacements, and dispenser upgrades.
  • Track schedules, milestones, and deliverables
  • Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and field teams
  • Maintain project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Communication
  • Serve as liaison between teams and customers
  • Provide status updates and elevate issues
• Documentation & Data Management
  • Maintain accurate records in company systems
  • Upload photos, receipts, and inspection reports
• Billing & Closeout Support
  • Compile billing packages and review work orders
  • Coordinate with accounting on invoicing
• Compliance & Quality
  • Ensure documentation meets regulatory requirements
  • Support audits and inspections
• Process Improvement
  • Identify inefficiencies and support SOP development

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Ability to communicate internally and externally by providing updates
• Ability to collaborate with personnel, such as customer service team, supervisors, and technicians to ensure continued service to customers
• Clear verbal and written communication is critical for coordinating with contractors, management, and vendors
• Desire to expand your knowledge in the construction industry
• Follow through effectively in a fast‑paced environment and prioritize needs as they arise
• The ability to multitask, manage files, and keep logs for budgets, site plans, and schedules
• Critical thinker and problem solver, able to interpret data
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to successfully manage and complete a high volume of work with sometimes conflicting timelines and goals; adapt to changes and shift priorities to meet project and customer objectives
• Accuracy of documentation
• Timeliness of service & project tracking
• Fast response times
• Compliance with audit requirements

TOP REASONS WHY EMPLOYEES RECOMMEND ERLING

• Great culture with a close‑knit team
• Work where your performance makes a real difference
• Opportunity for career and personal development
• Be part of a fast‑paced growth company
• Competitive salary and benefits

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two to five years of direct office support or field construction experience
• Experience in Petroleum Equipment Industry or Electric Vehicle Charging Industries a plus
• Proficient in Excel, scheduling software, and project management software
• Minimum high school diploma or GED
• Must pass a background check and drug screen prior to employment
• Spanish fluency preferred