Job Description

The Project Management Administrator provides essential administrative support to Project Management staff and helps maintain effective support across assigned business divisions. The role also supports broader business objectives through organization and additional responsibilities assigned by the General Manager. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, close attention to detail, accurate recordkeeping, and adherence to established procedures and guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for new project folder creation, maintenance, and accuracy of all content. Manage this data weekly and ensure compliance. Assist PM staff with the buyout of projects.
• Assist in creating and maintaining Submittal Schedule and log.
• Prepare and distribute the Superintendent project booklet for each new job.
• Assist PMs in request and receipt of concrete, rebar & accessory submittals.
• Distribute new plans throughout construction & maintain the most up-to-date shop drawings.
• Daily/Weekly communications with Project Management, Field Operations, and General Superintendent.
• Process, upload & document IFC drawings.
• Maintain Master Pour Log:
• Plans updates in the estimating folder, Plan-Grid, and current print folder
• Permit Applications (Austin and surrounding area)
• Contract Management / MSA
• Make updates in the company accounting program
• Oversight and management of LinkedIn postings for all ongoing projects.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.

Work Environment/Physical Demand

This position works in a typical office environment and requires extended periods of sitting.

Position type, travel, and expected hours of work

This is a full-time, office position. Typical hours will range from 40-45 hours per week and are subject to change. This role requires the ability to work non-typical days and irregular hours based on construction schedules. Due to the critical nature of the role, accepting phone calls during off hours or weekends may be required. This position requires infrequent travel for training.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• 2 years of administrative duties
• Basic computer skills
• Practical written and verbal communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.
• Valid driver’s license
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s).
• Ability to successfully pass a background check related to driving (for any driver)
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction science, construction management or construction industry management
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Strong organizational skills, including time management, prioritization, and multitasking.
• Creative and results-oriented, with a keen sense of urgency and self-motivation.

Benefits

Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• Weekly pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching
• Holiday pay (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
• Scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Leadership development opportunities