Project Assistant

W.T. Byler Co, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with immediate matching

Comprehensive benefits: Medical,Dental

Short/Long-term disability

Job summary

WT Byler, a Quanta Services company, seeks a Project Assistant to support the Project Manager with day-to-day field operations and project administration. The role requires travel to Texas project sites and on-site work for extended assignments, with a focus on organization, reliability, and clear communication.

You will handle daily reports, documentation, and data entry while coordinating with field teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience in project support, field or construction administration preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with field teams.
• Willingness to travel throughout Texas for extended project assignments.
• Ability to work in field settings and comply with PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with coordinating daily project activities and tasks.
• Prepare and maintain daily reports, meeting notes, schedules, and files.
• Enter and update project data, spreadsheets, and logs accurately.
• Support tracking of labor, materials, equipment, and deliveries.
• Assist with purchase requests, invoicing documentation, and admin needs.
• Communicate with field personnel, vendors, and internal teams to gather information.
• Coordinate meetings, site logistics, and other project execution activities.
• Follow company and site safety requirements.

Skills

Project support experience

Field administration

Construction administration

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

About Us

For the last 52 years, WT Byler has built our reputation on consistent project delivery with exceptional cost and schedule performance, that never compromises safety or quality. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we provide full service site development and turnkey railroad construction services for the industrial, petrochemical, commercial and railroad industries in the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast region. We support career advancement through professional training and development and a majority of our employees have 10 years of tenure or more. We are currently hiring...

About Us

For the last 52 years, WT Byler has built our reputation on consistent project delivery with exceptional cost and schedule performance, that never compromises safety or quality. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we provide full service site development and turnkey railroad construction services for the industrial, petrochemical, commercial and railroad industries in the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast region. We support career advancement through professional training and development and a majority of our employees have 10 years of tenure or more. We are currently hiring...

About This Role

WT Byler, a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Project Assistant to join our team. This role supports the Project Manager with day-to-day field operations and project administration. The position will travel to project sites throughout Texas and requires the ability to remain on-site for extended project assignments. The ideal candidate is organized and dependable, communicates clearly, manages competing priorities, and enjoys working in a fast-paced field environment.

What You'll Do

• Assist the Project Manager with coordinating daily project activities and tracking outstanding tasks.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including daily reports, meeting notes, schedules, and project files.
• Enter and update project data, spreadsheets, and tracking logs accurately and on time.
• Support the tracking of labor hours, materials, equipment, and deliveries.
• Assist with purchase requests, invoice documentation, and other project administrative needs.
• Communicate with field personnel, vendors, and internal teams to gather information and follow up on project needs.
• Help coordinate meetings, site logistics, and other activities that support project execution.
• Follow company and project site safety requirements.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in project support, field administration, construction administration, or a related role preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to multitask and balance multiple deliverables and priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with project and field teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout Texas for extended project assignments.
• Ability to work in a field setting and comply with site requirements, including required personal protective equipment.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, background check, and physical.

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, you'll be offered a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long-term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.