Project Assistant

Premier Building Restoration•Glenside, PA

2d•$50,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Premier Building Restoration, Inc. is a Historic Masonry Restoration and Waterproofing Company located in Erdenheim, PA that serves the Greater Philadelphia area. Premier is a growing company and has growth opportunities in Production. The Project Assistant supports pre-construction, field, and office operations for masonry restoration and waterproofing projects. This role is responsible for managing pre-construction documentation, documenting site conditions, assisting with report and shop drawing preparation, and compiling accurate data for project tracking and change orders. The position works closely with Project Managers, Office Project Assistants, and field crews to develop clear jobsite mark-ups, track labor allocations, and ensure all documentation is organized, labeled, and up to date. The Project Assistant plays a critical role in maintaining project accuracy, supporting cost tracking using pre-determined unit pricing, and facilitating communication between the jobsite and office. This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to interpret drawings and project information, proficiency in required software, and the ability to navigate active construction environments.

Requirements

Must have experience in Construction and Historic Masonry Preservation.
Proficiency in required software: Layer, CompanyCam, Google Sheets and Docs, Microsoft Word, and Adobe.
Ability to interpret drawings and project information.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to navigate active construction environments.
Full mobility and the ability to navigate construction spaces.
Steel-toed boots, jeans or work pants required.

Responsibilities

Assist with pre-construction documentation and coordination, including submittals, project sequencing, and related pre-construction tasks.
Support organization and tracking of pre-construction deliverables.
Assist in documentation of existing, in-progress, and completed work at project sites.
Create reports and shop drawings, including drawing mark-ups, maps, and photographs.
Ensure data is accurate, organized, and well-labeled.
Assist Project Managers in tracking and allocating job hours for crews.
Compile data for Change Orders.
Organize data gathered onsite.
Calculate costs using pre-determined unit costs.
Create mark-ups for crews at the jobsite.
Create "drop" tracking in conjunction with the Office Project Assistant.
Document tasks by elevation.
Update documentation as needed with additional work or completed tasks.