Administrative Assistant 1, (Construction Project Intern)

The Administrative Assistant construction project Intern will be engaged on a one year fixed term non renewable contract. This position repor ts to the Construction Project Manager and will be responsible for specific planning, management, and execution of work for assigned construction projects.

The types of projects would typically be multiple, medium to small sized construction projects such as office remodel projects, grounds remodel projects involving hardscape work, and other similar sized projects.

The incumbent may also work on other construction projects under the mentorship of a Construction Project Manager.

Responsibilities

Typical Project management duties would be the following:

• Assist in Construction Project Planning and Scopes
• Assist in Preparing project management plans for each construction project you are assigned to.
• Assist in Preparing projects schedule and develops milestones necessary to successfully complete the project in concert with the project Contractors.
• Assist in Monitoring Project Costs and Budgets:
• May assist in the preparing project cost estimates
• Assist in Preparing project budgets and unit cost reports.
• Participates in monthly job cost reviews to declare project status.
• Assist in Organizing and conducting pre-award and pre-construction meetings
• Assist in Developing and monitoring project quality, safety, and risk management plans.
• Assist in Evaluating project schedules as necessary to meet milestones.
• Assist in preparing and organizing all project documents e.g. BOQs and Construction drawings.
• Must be worthy of a Temple Recommend

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Civil engineering, construction management or Architecture,
• Has basic knowledge of commercial construction processes and construction laws and practices, which includes understanding building codes, design plans, construction drawings, and specifications for a given project.
• Ability to use Software programs like Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD etc
• Good knowledge of project estimating concepts to the level required to verify bids, to understand market rates, and to understand how to process change orders, etc.
• Ability to use contractual language and concepts and how to negotiate to protect the Church’s interests while providing quality service to department customers.
• Demonstrates the ability to professionally present self through in-person interactions and verbal and written communications.
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively work independently and as a team member to achieve organizational and customer goals.
• Progress towards Certification in Civil Engineering or Architecture will be an added advantage.