Construction Assistant - Maritime Lofts

Join our team as a Construction Assistant at Maritime Lofts! Gorman & Company is seeking a Construction Assistant to support the construction team at Maritime Lofts, a 59-unit multifamily community in Manitowoc, WI, with construction beginning now and completion anticipated in 2028.

• Assist the Field Superintendent with daily construction activities, general labor, material handling, and other jobsite tasks to support efficient field operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly jobsite by managing housekeeping, organizing storage areas, and helping establish and maintain temporary facilities, signage, barricades, and site security measures.
• Assist with receiving, inspecting, organizing, securing, and tracking material and equipment deliveries, keeping inventory records accurate and supplies accessible.
• Support field measurements, layout verifications, quantity tracking, and other basic construction activities as directed by the Field Superintendent.
• Observe work in progress to identify potential quality concerns, site issues, or schedule conflicts, and communicate findings to the appropriate team members.
• Support jobsite safety by assisting with daily inspections, monitoring proper use of personal protective equipment, following company and OSHA requirements, and promptly reporting unsafe conditions.
• Document project progress through photographs and field observations, help prepare and complete punch lists, protect completed work from damage, and keep tools and equipment organized.

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Previous construction experience is preferred, but a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential.
• A basic understanding of construction tools, materials, and jobsite safety practices.
• The ability to read a tape measure and perform basic construction math.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, subcontractors, and coworkers.
• A positive, dependable, hands-on approach and the ability to perform physical work in varying weather conditions.
• A valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and a driving record that meets company insurance requirements.

Competitive hourly pay, with the rate to be determined.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• short- and long-term disability coverage
• an employee assistance program
• 401(k) retirement plan featuring a 6% company match
• 18 days of paid time off
• 11.5 paid holidays
• paid parental leave
• lifestyle spending accounts
• pet insurance

Build practical construction skills while learning from experienced field leadership and working alongside a collaborative project team.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; and an employee assistance program. Plan for your future with a 401(k) retirement plan featuring a 6% company match. Maintain work-life balance with 18 days of paid time off and 11.5 paid holidays, plus paid parental leave. Access additional benefits, including lifestyle spending accounts, pet insurance, and more.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Integrity, innovation, and community is our motto and we live and lead our teams by it. We strive to focus on inclusion, respect, honesty, growth, diversity, creativity, support, and uniting to enrich lives within the communities we serve.

Thank you for your interest in working at Gorman & Company!