Project Administrator (Bilingual English/Korean), Mechanical Team

Samsung E&C America, Inc.; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Paid Time Off

Meal Services

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Samsung E&C America, Inc. in Texas seeks a Project Administrator for the Mechanical Team to support construction operations and manage subcontractor documentation across all project phases.

The role requires bilingual English/Korean communication, strong organization, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and document-tracking systems to ensure accurate contracts, invoicing, and correspondence for a mega-scale semiconductor foundry project in Taylor.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 4-year college degree.
• 2–3 years of professional experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of project management principles and document tracking procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Bilingual in English and Korean.

Responsibilities

• Compile, record, and administrate subcontractor payment applications and related documents.
• Send monthly pay application schedule notifications to contractors.
• Collect and process subcontractor payment execution documents.
• Organize, bind, and maintain physical and digital contract documents.
• Track the real-time status of project documents and submittals.
• Collect mandatory documents from contractors, including vendor registration forms, bank account information, W‑9, and NDAs.
• Organize and bind monthly invoices accurately.
• Review, track, and polish project documents for grammar, formatting, and professional usage.
• Handle and coordinate official letters and administrative correspondence.
• Proactively check and coordinate project documents and maintain structured computer file systems.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate internal and external project meetings.

Skills

Bilingual English/Korean

Communication

PM principles

Project coordination

Education

4-year college degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Mailing/tracking systems

Document management systems

Job description

Job Title: Project Administrator (Bilingual English/Korean) of Mechanical Team

About the Role

Samsung E&C America, Inc. is a premier construction company operating in Texas, currently playing a pivotal role in constructing a state-of-the-art semiconductor foundry plant in Taylor, Texas. As we drive this mega-scale high-tech industrial project forward, we are seeking a dedicated and organized Project Administrator to join our Mechanical Team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting our mechanical construction operations, managing subcontractor documentation, and ensuring seamless administrative workflows across all project phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Subcontractor Management & Payment Administration: Compile, record, and administrate subcontractor payment applications and related documents.
• Pay App Notifications: Send monthly pay application schedule notifications to contractors.
• Payment Execution: Collect and process subcontractor payment execution documents.
• Contract Organization: Organize, bind, and maintain physical and digital contract documents.
• Document Tracking: Track the real-time status of project documents and submittals.
• Compliance & Vendor Setup: Collect mandatory documents from contractors, including vendor registration forms, bank account information, W-9, and NDAs.
• Invoice Management: Organize and bind monthly invoices accurately.
• Document Review & Editing: Review, track, and polish project documents for proper grammar, formatting, and professional usage.
• Official Correspondence: Handle and coordinate official letters and administrative correspondence.
• Document Coordination: Proactively check and coordinate project documents and maintain structured computer file systems.
• Meeting Coordination: Plan, schedule, and coordinate internal and external project meetings.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of a 4-year college degree.
• Experience: Minimum 2 to 3 years of professional experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Industry Knowledge: Working knowledge of project management principles and document tracking procedures.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Language: Bilingual in English and Korean is required to communicate with stakeholders, partners, and site teams.
• System Experience: Prior experience working with mailing/tracking systems (or relevant administrative management systems) is preferred.

Location & Type

• Job Type: Full-time

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary plus performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Paid Time Off: 12 days of annual leave plus 10+ paid public holidays.
• Meal Services: Complimentary breakfast and lunch (Mon-Fri), with dinner provided during overtime.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan options.