Restoration Project Assistant

Teichert Construction•Pleasanton, CA

1d•$34 - $44

About The Position

The Restoration Project Assistant supports the success and profitability of land restoration projects by assisting Project Managers with scheduling, submittals, invoicing, and reporting, and by participating in field restoration and monitoring activities. The role also provides administrative support to the restoration team and identifies publicly posted bid opportunities for Project Manager review. The position supports the Triangle Land Restoration division’s goals, collaborates with project teams, follows company policies and safety standards, and promotes Teichert’s values and positive community perception. Work combines office duties with outdoor project-site work, including field activities in varied weather and terrain. Regular travel to project sites and other business locations throughout California and western Nevada is required; overnight travel may occur.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of customer service experience.
Ability to work outdoors and perform physical field work in varying conditions.
Willingness to learn native and invasive plant identification and restoration methods.
Working knowledge of company Standard Operating Policies and Procedures, or ability to learn them.
Ability to travel regularly to company facilities, project sites, regulatory agency offices, and other business locations throughout California and western Nevada.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record when operating a motor vehicle on company business.
Successful completion of pre-employment drug, alcohol, and background investigation.
Commitment to workplace safety and support of corporate safety initiatives.
Strong working knowledge of computers and peripheral materials, including software and equipment for estimating and project management.

Nice To Haves

Some college coursework in ecology, biology, environmental science, horticulture, or a related science.
Equivalent related field experience may be considered.
Technical competence in land restoration, or ability to develop it.

Responsibilities

Support the Triangle Land Restoration division’s goals and objectives, stay informed about industry trends and best practices, and seek improvements to day-to-day processes.
Collaborate with project team members and support consistent project practices and administrative procedures while adhering to company policies, procedures, and standards.
Promote Teichert’s values, including diversity, teamwork, a fair work environment, and respect for others, and cooperate across disciplines and business units.
Assist Project Managers with updating project schedules, researching materials, and preparing submittals.
Work with project team members to compile quarterly summaries and prepare invoices.
Participate in restoration field activities, including installing native plants, broadcast seeding, irrigation installation and maintenance, and herbivory protection.
Assist with collecting field monitoring data.
Provide administrative support, including data entry, organizing project files, and ordering supplies.
Research publicly posted land restoration bid opportunities and provide links or downloaded documents to Project Managers for consideration.
Support Teichert’s Injury Prevention and Safety program, participate in appropriate safety meetings and training, and help maintain a safe work environment.
Maintain accurate project documentation, including logs, files, records, and field data.
Promote and protect the community perception of Teichert.