Construction Project Assistant

Design Hire is seeking a detail-oriented Project Administrator to support commercial construction teams with project documentation, administrative coordination, and day-to-day operations. This position plays an important role in keeping project information organized, supporting financial processes, and ensuring communication flows efficiently between office personnel, field teams, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain construction project records, correspondence, drawings, meeting documentation, and other administrative materials.
  
• Assist with financial and contract administration, including purchase orders, subcontract agreements, invoice processing, billing documentation, and change tracking.
  
• Coordinate communication and documentation between project teams, vendors, subcontractors, and other construction stakeholders.
  
• Monitor administrative deadlines, maintain project tracking systems, and support project setup, reporting, and closeout activities.
  
• Prepare reports, update construction management platforms, and assist Project Managers with ongoing administrative and operational needs.
  

Qualifications

• Experience in construction administration, project support, or a similar administrative role within the construction industry preferred.
  
• Familiarity with Procore or comparable construction project management software preferred.
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and general document management systems.
  
• Experience with Sage Timberline, Primavera P6, or other construction accounting and scheduling tools is a plus.
  
• Understanding of construction-related documentation, contracts, purchase orders, and project financial processes preferred.
  
• Previous exposure to educational, municipal, institutional, or public works construction projects is a plus.
  
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Effective communication skills and ability to work independently while supporting multiple team members.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility: If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.