Construction Office Assistant

Job Description

Core Responsibilities:

Ø Responsible for the preparation of estimates. Will work closely with Owners, Architects, Engineers, Subcontractors, and others.

Ø Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required as well as meticulous attention to detail.

Ø Review plans and specifications, attend pre-bid meetings, determine the scope of work and required contents of the estimate.

Ø Create, send, and manage subcontractor and material supplier requests for pricing.

Ø Interpret project plans and specifications.

Ø Effectively present information to top management and clients.

Ø Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions, in addition to a general understanding of estimating techniques, cost control, and pricing.

Ø Organize, manage, process, and complete all payment applications and other reports in a timely fashion.

Ø Must possess an excellent knowledge of internet, Excel, Word, and word processing software.

Ø Write subcontracts and material purchase order agreements using the company’s standard forms; track and monitor the issuance and return in a contract log.

Ø Create a computerized schedule with assistance from the superintendent, subcontractors and material suppliers, with regular updates.

Ø Assume responsibility of being Owner’s representative on Safety Committee to ensure compliance of employees and subcontractors with Company’s Safety Program.

Ø Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to speak and read English.

Ø Must have three years of experience in construction, management, and estimating or a Construction Management degree.

Ø DeFrank Development, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits: Simple IRA, Paid Holidays, Health Insurance (Employee only)

Salary based on experience.

Full-time