Residential Construction Administrative Assistant

Shurm Homes•Mechanicsville, VA

About The Position

Shurm Homes, a residential construction company headquartered in Hanover, VA, is dedicated to building high-quality homes while providing exceptional service to our clients. We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Administrative Assistant to support our construction team and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. The Residential Construction Administrative Assistant will provide administrative and clerical support in a variety of departments. This role plays a vital part in maintaining accurate records, coordinating schedules, and ensuring effective communication across the company and with our customers.

Requirements

Previous administrative experience
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional, positive, and customer-focused attitude

Nice To Haves

construction industry experience preferred
experience with construction software a plus

Responsibilities

Assist with preparing, distributing, and tracking construction documents, contracts, permits, and warranties
Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems for project records
Coordinate scheduling of meetings, inspections, walk through, and closings
Track deadlines and follow up with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams
Support accounting processes such as invoice tracking, purchase orders, and expense reporting
Answer phones, respond to emails, and provide excellent customer service to homeowners and trade partners
Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and data entry for project management tracking
Assist with special projects and general office duties as needed