Project Assistant

12 month contract to hire

Chesterfield, MO

• This position supports engineering and construction projects by assisting the Project Manager and project team in providing administrative project information as requested
• General administrative support for company projects.
• Organize and maintain project files, filing system and project communications.
• Provide data entry for projects.
• Track status of projects and produce monthly progress reports. Maintain tracking system for projects.
• Proactively and regularly communicate with (but not limited to) the project team, client representatives, vendors, suppliers and subcontractors on project development and execution.
• Assist with identifying, entering, monitoring, and analyzing the progress of key project needs, deliverables and milestones for the project team using internal software, and support the presentation of monthly progress reports covering action items and progress updates.
• Assist with entering project scheduling information.
• Assist with monitoring submittal log and RFIs in construction management software and expediting responses for subcontractors from the internal design team.
• Assist with organizing a file management system to properly monitor project progress.
• Assist with creating new projects using construction management software and provide daily reports and other workflows to be assigned to project and management leadership.
• Coordinate the required training programs and records for project personnel in conjunction with the corporate training department and project requirements to ensure compliance.
• Resolves questions regarding the project; research and provide appropriate answers.
• Coordinates between engineering teams to assemble client based studies and reports and ensures all deliverables are assembled, reviewed, and delivered per the schedule.
• Identifies Project and Department related opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
• Assists with Business Line Leadership, Department Managers, and Project Managers with identifying and executing opportunities to expand the role.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

• High School Diploma/GED Required or
• Applicable experience may be substituted for education requirements. Required
• applicable office/clerical experience Preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint required.

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ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law.