Administrador de Obras la Guaira

Pilperca; Venezuela; On-site; VES 10,573,000 - 19,383,000; Full time

Job summary

PILPERCA, Venezuela, seeks an Administrador de Obras La Guaira to handle administrative and financial management of construction projects on-site in La Guaira. You will oversee budgets, invoicing, documentation, and progress reporting, coordinating with project managers, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure contracts are followed and milestones met.

The role requires strong accounting, contract management, and record-keeping skills, proficiency with office software, and fluency in Spanish.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction project administration, including budget management, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of civil engineering or construction processes, preferably in infrastructure projects.
• Strong documentation, contract management, and record-keeping for worksites.
• Proficiency with office tools (spreadsheets, word processing, project tracking).
• Ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, cost control, invoicing, and documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors for PO management, material deliveries, and payment scheduling.
• Maintain records of contracts, variations, and progress reports; prepare periodic financial and administrative reports.
• Support audits and inspections and ensure compliance with company policies and contracts.
• Monitor project expenses, payroll and staff records for the site, and track timelines and milestones.

Skills

Budget management

Cost control

Financial reporting

Documentation

Contract management

Record-keeping

Office software

Coordination

Spanish communication

Project tracking tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Administration or Economics

Tools

Spreadsheets

ERP/Accounting software

Job description

Company Description

PILPERCA is an engineering and construction company based in Venezuela with over 67 years of experience in public and private infrastructure projects. The organization specializes in building bridges, highways, industrial plants, and complex facilities, as well as producing and selling ready-mix concrete. PILPERCA represents DS BROWN for the sale and installation of specialized products for bridges and highways. The company also distributes Quikrete and CTS Cement concrete rehabilitation products in Venezuela, supporting long-term durability and maintenance of civil works. Applicants join a team with deep local expertise and a strong track record in major infrastructure projects.

Role Description

The Administrador de Obras La Guaira is a full-time, on-site role based in Venezuela, responsible for the administrative and financial management of construction projects in the La Guaira area. This role oversees project budgets, cost control, invoicing, and documentation, ensuring compliance with company policies and contractual requirements. The position coordinates with project managers, site engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors to manage purchase orders, material deliveries, and payment schedules. The administrator maintains accurate records of contracts, variations, and progress reports, prepares periodic financial and administrative reports, and supports audits and inspections. Day-to-day tasks include monitoring project expenses, managing payroll and staff records for the site, tracking timelines and milestones, and contributing to the efficient execution of construction activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction project administration, including budget management, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of civil engineering or construction processes, preferably in infrastructure projects such as civil works, airports and industrial plants.
• Strong skills in documentation, contract management, and record-keeping for worksites.
• Proficiency with office (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing, project tracking tools).
• Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Spanish; basic English proficiency is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Administration or Economics.
• Availability to work on-site in La Guaira and visit project locations as needed