Project Administrator

HBC

Costa Mesa (CA)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 62,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Vision care

Life insurance

AD&D

401(k)

Job summary

Howard Building Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Project Administrator to support the Project Manager with construction-document control and coordination among subcontractors, clients, and field/office teams. This non-exempt role may involve overtime as per FLSA guidelines.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a similar role, a strong handle on AIA documents, and proficiency with Excel, Outlook, Word, Adobe, and Procore. Associate degree preferred; HS diploma required.

Qualifications

At least three (3) years experience as a Project Administrator, Project Coordinator or similar role.
Construction background and familiarity with AIA documents preferred.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. An Associate's degree or some college credit in a related field is preferred.
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in a professional manner.
Familiarity with plans and project specifications.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, Adobe, and similar office software.
Procore or similar project management software experience preferred.
Attentive to detail, accurate and well organized.

Responsibilities

Issue and track invitations to bid.
Management and distribution of bid-related documents.
Assist in preparation of proposals and bids.
Prepare and distribute AIA and related owner contracts.
Prepare and distribute job set-up documents.
Prepare and distribute preliminary notices and related documents.
Request and review subcontractor insurance and contractor’s licenses.
Issue and track subcontracts/subcontract change orders and purchase orders.
Prepare and distribute meeting minutes.
Prepare and track Owner Change Orders and update budget reports.
Prepare and track owner billings.
Review and process subcontractor billings.
Filing of project documents such as conditional and unconditional lien releases.
Project Closeout Manual creation and submission.

Skills

Project administration

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Billing/invoicing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Adobe

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assist Project Manager with a variety of tasks related to the management of construction related documents and coordination between subcontractors, clients, field and office.This is a non-exempt position as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act and subject to overtime.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Routine Duties & Responsibilities

Issue and track invitations to bid.
Management and distribution of bid-related documents.
Assist in preparation of proposals and bids.
Prepare and distribute AIA and related owner contracts.
Prepare and distribute job set-up documents.
Prepare and distribute preliminary notices and related documents.
Request and review subcontractor insurance and contractor’s licenses.
Issue and track subcontracts/subcontract change orders and purchase orders.
Prepare and distribute meeting minutes.
Prepare and track Owner Change Orders and update budget reports.
Prepare and track owner billings.
Review and process subcontractor billings.
Filing of project documents such as conditional and unconditional lien releases.
Project Closeout Manual creation and submission.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Project Adminstrator may routinely sit or stand for long periods of time performing normal duties and/or interacting with coworkers and clients at meetings and events.
The Project Adminstrator may routinely lift and/or carry moderately heavy objects, and work on repetitive tasks in front of a computer screen, which may strain the eyes of certain individuals, cause chronic joint discomfort, and related issues. Care should be taken to avoid back injuries, eye strain, headaches, fatigue, carpal tunnel, and related syndromes.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR EQUIVALENTS

At least three (3) years experience as a Project Administrator, Project Coordinator or similar role. Construction background and familiarity with AIA documents preferred. Accounting, billing/ invoicing experience a plus.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. An Associate's degree or some college credit in a related field is preferred.
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in a professional manner.
Good judgement and ability to follow instructions and procedures.
Familiarity with plans and project specifications.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, Adobe, and similar office software.
Procore or similar project management software experience preferred.
Attentive to detail, accurate and well organized.

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