SearchLabs

Assistant Project Manager Disaster Restoration

SearchLabs  •  $60k - $70k/yr  •  Canada (Onsite)  •  14 days ago
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Job Description


Are you highly organized, great
with people, and energized by fast‑moving project environments? A leading
restoration and construction firm is looking for a
Project Manager Assistant

to support full‑cycle project delivery across residential and commercial
restoration work.


This role is perfect for someone
who thrives on variety, communicates with confidence, and enjoys being the
operational backbone that keeps projects running smoothly from start to finish.


What You’ll Do


You’ll work closely with Project
Managers to keep projects on track, on budget, and fully documented. Your
responsibilities will include:


  • Coordinating project start‑up requirements:
    confirming deductibles, securing authorizations, and arranging progress
    draws

  • Reviewing construction plans and consulting with
    engineers to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations

  • Scheduling and coordinating trades, emergency
    crews, inspections, and permit requirements

  • Maintaining clear, consistent communication with
    homeowners, business owners, adjusters, property managers, tenants, and
    subcontractors

  • Managing change orders, additional work requests,
    and all related documentation

  • Ensuring all project files, reports, and compliance
    documents meet client and internal standards

  • Supporting project accounting: invoicing,
    receivables follow‑up, budget tracking, and profitability reviews

  • Preparing weekly project status updates, KPIs, and
    claim reports

  • Building strong relationships with trades,
    adjusters, and internal teams

  • Sending customer surveys, warranties, and
    completion documentation

  • Learning and using industry software including
    Xactimate, Symbility, PSA, and Optimizer


Requirements


What You Bring


  • 2+ years of administrative or coordination
    experience (restoration or construction experience is a strong asset)

  • Strong Microsoft Office skills

  • Experience with PSA, Xactimate, or Symbility is an
    advantage

  • Excellent communication skills — written, verbal,
    and over the phone

  • High attention to detail and the ability to juggle
    competing deadlines

  • Confidence working independently while also
    collaborating with a project team

  • Professionalism when dealing with clients,
    subcontractors, and stakeholders

  • Ability to produce accurate, high‑quality documents
    quickly

  • A proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset


Benefits


Remuneration: $

60,000-$70,000 per year
(depending on experience) plus health benefits.


Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)


Artificial intelligence (AI) is
not used to screen,
assess, or make hiring decisions

for this role. All applications are
reviewed and evaluated by our recruitment team.


Vacancy Status


This posting represents a
current vacancy

.


Additional Notes


Compensation discussions and negotiation guidance will be
provided during the hiring process as appropriate.

SearchLabs

About SearchLabs

SearchLabs is a leading specialist recruitment firm established to meet the recruitment needs of the Design, Construction & Property, and Information Technology industries. Established in 2010, we work with the leading companies within our disciplines across North America & the Caribbean.

At SearchLabs, we make hiring and job hunting as easy and simple as possible so you can focus on what you do best. We believe in the 80/20 rule. That 20% of companies come up with 80% of innovation in the industry, and 20% of talent do 80% of the work. We represent that 20%.

When you partner with us, your personal career goals and objectives are dealt with and represented by experienced consultants within your field of specialty. We then match you to the best opportunities that are aligned with your goals and aspirations to result in a positive and rewarding outcome.

We recognize the importance of ethics and are committed to confidentiality in every step of the process. Whether you are looking for a permanent or contractual arrangement, we appreciate the responsibility and opportunity to represent and inform you about the marketplace and the career opportunities within.

For more information, please visit us at: https://searchlabs.ca/

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Toronto , CA
Year Founded
Unknown
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