Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project ManagerNational award-winning studio and winner of Design Firm of the Year is actively seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join their Fresno office. The award-winning architecture + design firm specializes in K-12 through college/university, healthcare, sports and corporate business sectors across the U.S. The company has won over 500 design awards and is recognized for shaping learning environments for students and the community. It's well-established culture has also led the firm being named to the list of "Best Places to Work." For over forty years, the multidisciplinary studio has created a client base of more than two-hundred clients, a list that includes university systems, hospital system, school districts, and Fortune 500 companies.Job DescriptionProject Manager Assistant will perform administrative and office support duties including word processing, data entry, the creation and editing of documents in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Bluebeam), and internet research.ResponsibilitiesMaintenance and development of project deliverables (i.e. contracts, meeting agendas, meeting minutes, observation reports, submittals, punch lists, project close-out documents, etc.).Maintain filing systems to ensure proper and timely handling of correspondence, documents, materials and records.Assist with the word processing, formatting and editing of specifications. Follow pre-determined style guides and templates. Organize the formatting/editing process through electronic information management tools.Assist with contract administration responsibilities including organizing and maintaining project files during Bid/Construction/Closeout phases. Maintain logs of Submittals, Change Order Requests, and Requests for Information, as well as other general construction administration responsibilities.Assist in Agency document management of multiple projects from design thru certification phases.Communicate the preparation of documents with consultants, contractors and team members.Coordinate travel arrangements for project team members.Requirements5+ years of office administration experience ideally in Construction or Engineering environment or a like technical environment.Proficient in MS Office, primarily Excel, Word, and Outlook.Ability to use Bluebeam Revu is required.Associates degree is preferred but not required.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Able to take direction and perform assignments accurately and in a timely manner.High level of organization and attention to detail.Highly motivated with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.Proficient in written and verbal communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively with others.ServiceMaintains the company's devotion and unparalleled level to Customer ServiceAbility to work under pressure, prioritize multiple projects and adjust work accordingly, against tight deadlines.