Junior Assistant Project Manager at Leon D. DeMatteis Construction Corp.

Job Overview:

Leon D. DeMatteis Construction Corp. is a one-hundred-year-old (plus) family-owned and operated company with a long history of excellence in Construction, Real Estate Development, and Property Management. We operate as a fully integrated, full-service enterprise, with resources and experience covering the full spectrum of construction and real estate development, as well as property management and finance.

We are seeking a detail-orientated and organized junior assistant construction project manager to provide administrative support for our project management team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, proficiency in construction administrative tasks, and a strong ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead project manager in planning, coordinating, and supervising construction projects.
• Monitor project progress and provide updates to upper management and various parties via look-a-head schedules, daily reports, and/or brief presentations.
• Help prepare project schedules, reports, and meeting minutes.
• Coordinate with contractors, architects, and suppliers to ensure project milestones are met.
• Track project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and permits, and submittals.
• Support procurement activities regarding miscellaneous buyouts and field mobilizations.
• Assist in organizing, maintaining, and distributing construction documents such as contracts, drawings, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, and other correspondences.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project documents and assist document circulation between subcontractors, owners, and architects.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in an administrative and/or project management role in the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of the overall process of large-scale construction projects.
• Basic understanding of blueprints, construction schedules, and project specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and other project management software such as Procore.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of construction industry terminology and processes is a plus.

Education:

A college degree is required for this position. A degree associated with the construction industry is not required but encouraged.

Additional education or training in administrative assistance or construction management is preferred.

Salary:

The salary for this position will be based on one's experience and qualifications. It will range from approx. $60,000-$80,000 per year.

Benefits:

401(K) Plan w/ employer contribution

Retirement Counseling

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Healthcare flexible spending account

Short-term disability insurance available

Long-term disability insurance available

Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Paternity/maternity leave

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Days

Performance-based annual bonus

Continuing education compensation

Discounted gym memberships

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensations, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of the original posting. Leon D. DeMatteis Construction Corp. reserves the right to modify this information at any time/date, subject to applicable law.