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Helm Group

Project Assistant

Freeport, IL · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Click the Apply Now button to begin the application process Position Description As a Helm Project Assistant, you will provide support in the planning, execution, monitoring, and control of projects.

The University of Chicago

Project Assistant IV

Chicago, IL · On-site

$23.71 - $34.72/hr

Under limited supervision, the Project Assistant IV will coordinate the daily administrative needs for the several researchers and their project staff. Update/maintain the calendars of assigned ...

Stantec

Acoustics Assistant Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K - $123K/yr

Your Opportunity The Assistant Project Manager is directly responsible for assisting the Project Manager with the overall successful execution and delivery of the project, both to the Client and ...

STV

Assistant Project Manager-Zero Emissions

Chicago, IL

$83K - $95K/yr

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager with a strong history of experience representing owner's on capital programs, facility upgrades, renovations and additions for a zero missions project. The ...

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What are some typical responsibilities for a Weekend Project Assistant, and how do they support project success?

As a Weekend Project Assistant, you’ll often help coordinate project tasks, manage schedules, and ensure that team members have the resources they need to stay on track during weekend shifts. You might be responsible for updating project documentation, communicating progress to supervisors, and troubleshooting minor issues as they arise. Your support is crucial in keeping weekend operations running smoothly and ensuring that project milestones are met on time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Project Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Project Assistant, you generally need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic project management knowledge, often supported by a high school diploma or some college coursework. Familiarity with productivity tools like Microsoft Office, project management software (such as Trello or Asana), and communication platforms is typically required. Excellent time management, adaptability, and effective communication skills help you coordinate tasks and support team members efficiently during limited weekend hours. These abilities ensure smooth project execution, timely completion of tasks, and reliable support for teams working outside standard business hours.

What are Weekend Project Assistants?

Weekend Project Assistants are support staff who help with various tasks related to ongoing projects, typically during weekends. Their responsibilities can include organizing materials, setting up and cleaning workspaces, assisting project managers, coordinating schedules, and providing administrative support. This role is important for ensuring that projects run smoothly outside of regular business hours, allowing teams to meet deadlines and maintain productivity. Weekend Project Assistants are commonly found in industries such as events, construction, research, and community organizations.
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Project Assistant

Helm Group

Freeport, IL • On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Application Instructions
Life At Helm: Build Your Career With Us
If you're just looking for a job, you've probably come to the wrong place. If you want to bring your passion for excellence to a real career, welcome to Helm.
Ask anyone who works here and you'll hear about an honest team environment in which people focus on personal and professional development and lifelong learning. You'll learn about a place where you can create lasting friendships and enjoy the knowledge that opportunities for advancement are intentionally built into the company's culture.
If you are a hard-working, energetic team player who thrives in an environment filled with challenges and continuous learning opportunities, Helm may well be your perfect career fit. From top to bottom, the company culture at Helm is family-like, respectful and supportive. Our team members work hard, but they are very well rewarded. They go home every day knowing their efforts are appreciated by all.
The Helm Difference
Founded in 1946 in Freeport, Illinois, the roots hat have formed our values are literally in the heartland's rich soil. As we've grown and evolved into one of the most technically skilled construction companies in the Midwest, we've stayed true to those hard-working values. We're unabashedly proud of them, as we are the breadth and depth and strength of our company's capabilities and the diversity of our team's skills.
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Position Description
As a Helm Project Assistant, you will provide support in the planning, execution, monitoring, and control of projects.
Skills / Responsibilities:
  • Organize and manage project documents, including drawings, submittals, contracts, etc.
  • Prepare various forms and reports as directed by Project Managers (Subcontracts, Purchase Orders, Change Orders, Submittals, RFI)
  • Monitor construction management contract compliance (COI, bonds, permits, Safety)
  • Order & Track Equipment, Review Invoices
  • Assist in Compliance Monitoring of Subcontractors
  • Act as liaison with GC, project manager, field, vendors, subcontractors, and accounting
  • Knowledge of construction industry
  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
  • Critical thinker with a continuous improvement mindset
  • Positive, professional, polite
  • Solid communication skills, written and verbal
  • Effectively understands and sets priorities
  • Dependable and driven self-starter with strong self-responsibility
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Outlook, Excel, Word, Team, and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of Viewpoint is a plus, but not necessary.
  • Knowledge of HVAC systems is a plus, but not necessary.
  • Implementation of all Safety requirements.

Salary & Benefits
Range: $55,000-$70,000
Final determination of a successful candidate's pay is based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Helm provides a competitive compensation package that recognizes an individual's experience and qualifications combined with a benefits package to meet your needs.
As a valued member of the Helm team, your benefits package will include:
401(k) plan with matching contributions
Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Wellness Programs
Position Requirements
• High School Diploma required
• College Degree preferred, but not necessary.
• 3 years of experience (required)/5 years' experience (preferred) as a Project Assistant or Project Coordinator
Equal Opportunity Employer
Helm is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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