On-Site Construction Project Assistant

CARIAN; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

CARIAN is seeking a Construction Project Assistant to support the on-site Construction Management team on utility infrastructure projects. This junior role focuses on field coordination, documentation, recordkeeping, and communication, working closely with Construction Managers to ensure observations and actions are accurately documented and distributed.

The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable in field and office environments, capable of managing multiple

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant professional experience; entry-level candidates with strong organizational and communication skills are encouraged to apply.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, including data entry, spreadsheet management, and basic formulas.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Ability to follow direction, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Comfort working in both office and field environments.
• Experience using electronic systems or platforms for documentation, tracking, or reporting.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to project and field locations within the assigned work area.

Responsibilities

• Accompany Construction Managers during feeder walkdowns, field inspections, and other site activities.
• Prepare findings documents using field notes, photographs, meeting notes, and direction from the Construction Manager.
• Organize and maintain construction drawings, prints, and related project documentation.
• Prepare and distribute construction findings and supporting documents to engineering and project teams.
• Coordinate with engineering teams regarding discrepancies and follow-up items identified by the Construction Manager.
• Track communications and action items involving Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate project records, action-item logs, meeting minutes, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate schedules, meetings, and communications among Construction Managers, Project Managers, engineering personnel, and other project stakeholders.
• Support project documentation, reporting, and applicable compliance requirements.
• Provide additional administrative and project support to the Construction Management team as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Field coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CARIAN is seeking a Construction Project Assistant to support the on-site Construction Management team on utility infrastructure projects. This junior role focuses on field coordination, documentation, recordkeeping, and communication, working closely with Construction Managers to ensure observations and actions are accurately documented and distributed.

The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable in field and office environments, capable of managing multiple