Project Assistant

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At Midwestern Electric, a Green Arrow Company, we believe purpose and passion go hand in hand. So ask yourself—is this where you’re meant to be?

As a Project Assistant
, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting our Project Managers by handling essential administrative, coordination, and tracking tasks that keep projects on schedule and within budget. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a detail‑oriented, collaborative environment and enjoys keeping teams organized and informed. Your efforts will help ensure that every project runs smoothly, efficiently, and in alignment with our commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Here, your growth matters. We’re a company that continuously invests in its people—offering meaningful work that evolves with you, continuous learning and mentorship, and a clear path for advancement. You’ll enjoy a collaborative, fun environment where life‑long relationships are built and values guide every decision we make:
Protect What Matters;
Empower Our People;
Unwavering Commitment to Our Customers;
Trust Through Loyalty, Honesty, and Transparency; and a Relentless Pursuit of Excellence. Whether you’re based in one of our East, Midwest, or Southeast offices or working remotely from the Eastern U.S., you’ll find belonging, flexibility, and opportunity—backed by competitive compensation, annual bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits.

As our CEO,
Lloyd Kuehn
, reminds us:

“We take pride in our mission to provide safer and smarter infrastructure solutions for our communities. We differentiate ourselves in our markets because we have committed partners - our people - who are at the heart of business and pursue excellence in everything we do. We focus on exceptional experiences for our people, including protection, development, and engagement. Here, you’re joining a community that invests in you and celebrates your growth.

We are setting the standard for exceptional leadership and professionalism across our industry.”

That’s what makes Midwestern more than just a company—it’s a community of collaborators, problem solvers, and growth drivers who believe that doing great work also means doing good work.

If this sounds like the place where your purpose meets your potential—then yes, this is where you’re meant to be.

The Project Assistant supports Project Managers by ensuring that all project documentation, communication, and coordination are handled efficiently and accurately. You will serve as the central point of contact between field teams, accounting, and subcontractors to help projects progress smoothly from start to finish.

• Maintain and organize job contract documents, large material purchase logs, and uninstalled material quantity logs.
• Review weekly timesheets to ensure labor hours are accurately recorded and allocated to the correct projects prior to submission to accounting.
• Track estimated vs. actual labor hours and flag discrepancies for review.
• Monitor scope changes and ensure receipt and proper documentation of all change orders.
• Track subcontractor change orders, confirm work completion, and verify invoice accuracy against work performed.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and General Foreman to monitor and resolve project issues related to materials, labor, and subcontractors.
• Monitor daily material installations and generate a weekly installation report for accounting purposes.
• Participate in weekly meetings with the Project Manager to review Work-In-Progress (WIP) reports and project status.

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective time management and ability to prioritize
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
• Problem-solving mindset and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally and walk construction sites as needed

Green Arrow unites exceptional infrastructure services companies across the United States to deliver safer,…