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Project Assistant
<p>We are looking for a highly organized and driven Project Assistant to join our construction team in Lafayette, California. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play an essential role in supporting project management efforts, helping to ensure the success of key construction initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented and seeking to grow their career in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Project Assistant Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide direct support to Project Managers and Management Project Assistants on current and upcoming construction projects.</p><p>• Enter and maintain accurate project-related data using Sage accounting software.</p><p>• Assist with scheduling tasks to ensure project timelines are consistently met.</p><p>• Prepare, process, and distribute necessary documentation, including subcontracts and other paperwork.</p><p>• Organize and manage administrative tasks to keep project operations running smoothly.</p><p>• Collaborate on light accounting tasks, such as tracking expenses and managing invoices.</p><p>• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure project requirements are understood and executed.</p><p>• Maintain and update project documentation to ensure records are complete and accessible.</p><p>• Facilitate communication among team members to support seamless project execution.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in this Project Assistant role, please apply today!</p>
• Minimum of three years of experience in construction, project assistance, or administrative roles.<br>• Proficiency in software tools such as Sage, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.<br>• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration.<br>• Excellent organizational abilities with a focus on multitasking and meeting deadlines.<br>• Prior experience in project coordination or documentation management.<br>• Familiarity with subcontractor bids and proposals is an advantage.<br>• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic and eagerness to develop professionally.<br>• Knowledge of construction project management processes is preferred.
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  • Lafayette, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 26.00 - 27.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a highly organized and driven Project Assistant to join our construction team in Lafayette, California. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play an essential role in supporting project management efforts, helping to ensure the success of key construction initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented and seeking to grow their career in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Project Assistant Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide direct support to Project Managers and Management Project Assistants on current and upcoming construction projects.</p><p>• Enter and maintain accurate project-related data using Sage accounting software.</p><p>• Assist with scheduling tasks to ensure project timelines are consistently met.</p><p>• Prepare, process, and distribute necessary documentation, including subcontracts and other paperwork.</p><p>• Organize and manage administrative tasks to keep project operations running smoothly.</p><p>• Collaborate on light accounting tasks, such as tracking expenses and managing invoices.</p><p>• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure project requirements are understood and executed.</p><p>• Maintain and update project documentation to ensure records are complete and accessible.</p><p>• Facilitate communication among team members to support seamless project execution.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in this Project Assistant role, please apply today!</p>
  • 2025-12-17T21:34:11Z

Project Assistant Job in Lafayette, CA | Robert Half