Project Development Assistant Jobs in Ashburn, VA

Responsibilities

• Be an in-house, enclosure-focused subject matter specialist and support Clark projects primarily focused in the Mid-Atlantic region.

• Review early contract documents to identify project risks and problematic systems, components, and details that require additional coordination or discussion.

• Support in-house Design Managers to perform constructability reviews and meet with Owners and Design Teams to bring early review comments to resolution.

• Support scoping and purchasing personnel to identify scope and appropriate procure enclosure trades.

• Assist with review and development of testing protocol regarding PMU construction.

• Assist project teams with project start-up regarding constructability and coordination concerns and risks related to the building enclosure. Perform in person meetings to educate them about the enclosure components on their project, risks associated with project specific conditions and establish communication with the project teams.

• Assist project teams with review and coordination of shop drawings. Work with the project teams to generate RFIs, revise shop drawings, and coordinate shop drawings between trades.

• Perform site visits to review first installations, assist with coordination and sequencing, troubleshoot transition details and establish quality assurance testing or inspection plans as needed.

• Manage junior staff within the Enclosure Group to perform inspection, testing, reviews of ongoing construction.

• Support teams with preparation and execution of field performance testing for enclosure components. Diagnose failed tests and manage repairs if needed. Implement repair strategy at other locations where issues were identified.

• Assist project teams with post-occupancy/ warranty related issues. Diagnose issues and determine which trade(s) is/are at fault. Assist project teams with management of repair and efficacy testing to ensure the issue is corrected. Interface with Clients and building managers to maintain relationships and execute work in a timely manner.

• Mentor Clark personnel to educate them on building enclosure systems, components and performance, specifically Clark Enclosure Group junior staff, and project team enclosure trade managers.

• Assist with development of corporate trainings related to building enclosure systems, components, performance, quality, and other lessons learned.

• Support Asset Solution Groups within Clark, primarily Carta Advisors and Tekton Building Solutions Group with consulting, advisory, and self-perform restoration and repair projects. Support for Carta Advisors may include performance testing, investigations, reporting, building enclosure commissioning, and general consulting to execute enclosure restoration efforts.

The work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.

The Physical Side of the Role: This is an active, hands-on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You'll need to be comfortable frequently lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. This role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work. The role does include desk time in the office that may require prolonged periods of sitting for tasks like computer work, document review, and meetings.

Your Work Environment: You'll spend a significant amount of your time on active construction sites, which means being adaptable to all kinds of weather and moderate to loud noise levels, and comfortable in elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment and with the fast-paced nature of a project in progress. You will also spend time in a typical office setting with moderate noise levels. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.

Our High-Performing Culture: This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours, there will be occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address these situations effectively. Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team.

A Drug Free Workplace: Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug "fitness for duty" screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug "fitness for duty" tests.

Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $110,000-$225,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.