Technical Assistant

The Garland Company • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Technical Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the Garland Sales Representative by managing project execution, ensuring quality control, and facilitating communication between contractors and customers. This position involves planning, coordinating, and supervising subcontractors and vendors to ensure timely and budget-compliant project completion.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; post-secondary degree preferred.
• Background in construction, construction design, estimating, engineering, or architecture preferred.
• Excellent skills in math, writing, public relations, and communication (both written and oral).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Ability to learn Visio or Lucid Chart and Microsoft Project.
• Ability to multi-task in a detail-oriented team environment.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management, emphasizing the sales force and end users.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing new projects and leak solutions via inspection reports and photographs.
• Assist in the development of asset management plans, project-specific plans, details, and specifications.
• Control the flow of information on the project site.
• Manage subcontractors by evaluating, monitoring, and controlling performance.
• Track job site progress via daily reports and photographs.
• Monitor work and compare it to schedule and specification requirements.
• Enforce quality assurance and control for compliance with specifications.
• Engage in business development activities as needed.
• Develop and market insulation plans/packages.
• Develop custom roof drawing/detail packages.
• Assist contractors with core samples (roofing/abatement/CLEAR testing).
• Provide daily updates to the Garland Representative.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED