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Skyline Construction

Project Coordinator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30 - $39/hr

Project Preparation and Set-Up * Assist Project Team with preparation of bid documentation, as necessary. * Plot and /or order and distribute plans. * Prepare for Project Team review, all ...

WT Group AEC

Assistant Project Manager

Hoffman Estates, IL · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is responsible for supporting the Project Manager (PM) in executing complex project goals. By focusing on the needs of the project, this individual will assist in ...

MasTec Inc

Assistant Project Manager

Decatur, IL · On-site

Assistant Project Manager Summary: Assist in the management of multiple projects while providing advice to the Project Manager. Help coordinate projects, schedules, and track the progress of projects ...

MasTec Inc

Assistant Project Manager

Decatur, IL

Assistant Project Manager Summary: Assist in the management of multiple projects while providing advice to the Project Manager. Help coordinate projects, schedules, and track the progress of projects ...

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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 Coordinator

Project Coordinator

Skyline Construction

Chicago, IL • On-site

$30 - $39/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Skyline is Building Better Together
Come join us at Skyline Construction, a leader in commercial interior construction founded in 1996. Today, Skyline operates multiple offices located throughout Illinois, California, and Washington.Skyline is 100% employee-owned, and has been recognized as one of Inc. Magazine's Best Workplaces for the past 5 years.  We believe that we are "building better together."


What's in it for you?
The Project Coordinator provides support to improve operational processes and procedures; professionally and accurately coordinates project-related documents; establishes and maintains project files to ensure document control throughout the cycle of a project. This role is an integral position that offers great first hand experience in the construction industry. You will interact with all levels within the operations team and work on multiple fast paced projects throughout the course of a year.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Project Preparation and Set-Up
  • Assist Project Team with preparation of bid documentation, as necessary.
  • Plot and /or order and distribute plans.
  • Prepare for Project Team review, all Subcontractors. Issue and track the execution of Subcontracts.
  • Assist Project Team in setting up new job profiles in Timberline.
  • Assist Project Team in preparing Subcontractor Lists.
  • Assist Project Team in setting up Submittal Logs, Shop Drawings Logs, Drawing Logs, Request for Information (RFI) logs, Change Order Request and Change Order Logs, etc.
  • Assist Project Team in preparing letters of intent/subcontracts/requests for insurance as needed.
  • Project Preparation and Close-Out
  • Track insurance, contracts, bid bond and performance bonds.
  • Assist Project Team in obtaining documents and preparing Close-Out binders for the projects.
  • Assist Project Team in tracking Subcontractor / Vendor invoicing.
  • Project Management / Field Operations
  • Coordinating project meetings and taking Minutes of Meeting for same.
  • Assist with maintaining of Project Logs.
  • Assist in the evaluation and validation of change orders.
  • Assist in development and maintaining of Master Project Schedule.
  • Assist with development of On Screen Takeoff (OST) drawings as required.
  • Assist with preparation of Weekly Reports.
Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Outlook, Word and Excel and able to create basic documents and spreadsheets
  • Familiarity with DocuSign
  • Willingness to learn database management, experience with Procore preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Previous experience working in an administrative or receptionist role preferred
  • Tenant Improvement Construction experience a plus 
Desired Skills
  • Superb organization skills; must be able to adopt current organizational system with the ability to retrieve and deliver required information efficiently
  • Careful attention to detail
  • Identify and prioritize tasks based on importance and deadlines
  • Must have outstanding time management; responsible for coordinating multiple large scale projects at once 
  • Flexibility: ability to adapt to changes quickly with short notice
  • Must be able to multitask and establish priorities with an effective course of action
  • Must be self-sufficient and a self-starter who is flexible and willing to modify plans when necessary
  • Have the ability to accomplish routine tasks
  • Is a team-player who works well with others; takes time to help coworkers, clients and subcontractors
  • Problem solving: ability to use resources and gather information to effectively find a solution 
Perks and Benefits
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)  
  • Discretionary Bonus Plan
  • Competitive Medical Insurance plan options, including an HSA plan with Company deductible contributions.  
  • Dental Insurance  
  • Vision Insurance  
  • 401K Plan Matching  
  • Paid Vacation
  • Life Insurance  
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  
  • Gym reimbursement program  
  • Ability to enroll in various voluntary benefits (Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Assistance and more.) 
$30 - $39 an hour
The actual salary will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. The range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Based on you meeting our benefit eligibility requirements, we offer the following benefits: health, disability, life, dental, vision, Employee Stock Ownership Program and other retirement plans.
 
Skyline is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, genetic information, ancestry, military/veteran or disability status or any other bases under the law.
 
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