What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Support Specialist position at Sheet Metal Inc?
About us
Sheet Metal Inc. is a locally owned mechanical contractor in Anchorage, Alaska, providing full-service mechanical solutions including design-build assistance, metal fabrication, plumbing, HVAC and air balancing.
We are looking for a Project Support Specialist to support our Project Managers with the administrative and technical coordination of mechanical construction projects. This position will assist with project documentation, budgeting and cost monitoring, subcontractor coordination, material takeoffs, proposals, customer communication, project meetings, reporting, and other activities related to successful project execution.
The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working with both office and field personnel, and able to take ownership of assigned tasks while keeping Project Managers informed of project needs and concerns. This role provides an opportunity to develop additional project management skills and take on increasing responsibility based on experience and ability.
Responsibilities
· Assist the project manager with ensuring projects meet quality requirements and are progressing and completed on time, within budget, and with defined resources.
· Manage the completion of assigned tasks, development of scopes of work for subcontractor quotes and handling logistics of pre-construction submittals, meetings, budgeting, reporting, and close-out.
· Collaborate with the project manager to ensure a complete scope of work is defined.
· Develop competencies with reviewing drawings and specifications to assist with preparing project schedules, change orders, building and environmental controls.
· Monitor project budgets and labor costs, alert the project manager to any concerns.
· Prepare, maintain and present computer-generated logs and reports.
· Maintain regular communication and collaboration with project managers.
· Prepare and manage communications internally with the construction team and support functions as well as with general contractors or construction managers for assigned projects.
· Maintain that quality control procedures are followed on all projects and report issues to project manager when they arise.
· Initiative is shown in taking on additional duties and responsibilities.
· Seeks guidance and direction as necessary from the project manager on major projects and demonstrates good judgment in suitably reporting major matters or problems.
· Respects the confidentiality of the company information and ensures that all subordinate staff does likewise.
· Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
Minimum Job Requirements:
· Associate degree in a construction related field or equivalent work experience.
· A minimum of two years’ experience in the construction industry
· Mechanical industry experience preferred.
· Possession of a valid Alaska driver’s license and satisfactory driver record
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- Project Management Assistance: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $42