Land Development Project Assistant

Role Overview

• Assist project manager in preparation of draft letters (MS Word) and emails (MS Outlook) for project-related correspondence (proposals, additional service requests, etc.).
• Assist project manager by updating and maintaining electronic lists (MS Outlook, MS Excel, and/or Google Docs).
• Assist project manager in tracking project billing and creating monthly progress reports.
• Assist with opening project numbers for proposal pursuits and contracted projects
• Set up project folders and help file project-related documentation
• Track and monitor outstanding issues for active projects until each issue is resolved. Work with project managers and project engineers to update outstanding issues lists.
• Track and monitor meetings and attendees lists.
• During plan production and distribution, plot and collate hard copy plan sets and/or compile electronic plan sets (pdf).
• Track contractor material submittals and RFIs, coordinate BKF responses and follow up with reviewing agencies for final approval. Maintain submittal and RFI logs.
• Draft various BKF contract documents (e.g., Professional Services Agreements, Subconsultant Agreements, Amendments) for project team review
• Submit contract review requests to the contracts team as needed
• Track the status of contract reviews.
• Assist with quarterly contract management reporting and follow-up
• Request Certificates of Insurance (COIs)
• Visit sites to photograph existing site conditions (requires reliable method of transportation).
• Pick-up/drop-off of project items (requires automobile and driver’s license).
• Assist Project Managers and Land Development Sector with Accounts Receivable collections outreach to clients via phone and email correspondence to follow up on outstanding payments.
• Maintain and update Accounts Receivable aging reports, tracking progress on collections efforts and noting communication history and tracking logs.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and accounting team members to resolve client billing or payment discrepancies.
• Prepare Basic reports and collections metrics to track and communicate collection status to management.
• Assist Project Managers and Land Development Sector as needed on Special projects and administrative tasks.
• Assist project manager in preparation of draft letters (MS Word) and emails (MS Outlook) for project-related correspondence (proposals, various contractual documentation, additional service requests, etc.).

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience as a Project Assistant or Coordinator, preferably within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PDF editor(Bluebeam Revu preferred)
• AutoCAD experience is a plus but not required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Experience in the engineering or construction industry is a plus
• Reliable method of transportation to and from the office and various job sites.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
• Generous paid time off packages.
• 9 Paid Holidays.
• Flexible schedules.
• Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.
• BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here.