Project Assistant- Traffic Control

Job Description

Job Description

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We are a Dynamic and Flexible Construction Company that strives to exceed our clients' needs. Action Traffic Maintenance, Inc. is a family-owned business with over 40 years of expertise and three generations working side by side.

We have grown to a team of over 140+ team members specializing in road signs, guardrail, high-tension cable barrier, and fencing. We construct the most cost-effective and desirable products by working directly with owners, architects, designers, and representatives. We aim to provide premium workmanship at a great value while maintaining a safety-first environment for our team.

Benefits: We offer all employees a competitive Compensation & Benefits package, which includes; four health plans, including an HDHP with an HSA and employer match, Dental, Vision, Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance, Coprehensive Employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Sick time, Vacation time, and a Retirement 401(k) with an employer contribution to name a few.

Position Summary:
At Action Traffic Maintenance, the Project Assistant's role is essential in maintaining our division's efficiencies and productivity. This role supports the coordination and execution of traffic control projects by managing scheduling, organizing materials, and maintaining accurate inventory records. It plays a critical part in ensuring smooth project operations through effective communication, organization, and attention to detail.

Essential Job Functions:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the duties, which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

• Scheduling & Coordination: Work closely with Team Leadership to organize and maintain project schedules, ensuring assignments are accurately reflected on the SharePoint scheduling board.
• Material Takeoffs & Inventory Management: Assist in preparing takeoff sheets by counting and organizing required materials, ensuring all necessary items are accounted for before deployment.
• Inventory Tracking: Utilize inventory tracking software to monitor material locations, availability, and stock levels, thereby preventing shortages and delays. Be the first point of contact for the system and updates.
• Coordinate deliveries and verify incoming materials against purchase orders.
• Communication & Updates: Update message boards as needs arise and provide timely project updates to ensure teams have the latest information.
• Administrative Support: Maintain project records, assist with documentation, and support the team with various administrative tasks as needed.
• Track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure deadlines are met.
• Take meeting notes and track action items to ensure follow-ups are completed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Minimum Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Qualifications:

• High-school Diploma
• Valid Driver's License
• 3+ years' experience in the construction industry preferred
• 3+ years' Experience in scheduling, inventory management, or administrative support (traffic control or construction industry preferred).
• At Action Traffic's discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Customer-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
• Employees are expected to read blueprints and understand project cost analysis.
• Respond to correspondence (phone, email, etc.) with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
• Skill in using office equipment and technology, including but not limited to Microsoft Suite applications, SharePoint, MDOT Contract Inquiry, and other software applications utilized by Action Traffic Maintenance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, climb, use hands and fingers, talk, hear and view, and create written documents-the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The employee must lift or push/pull objects of up to 15 lbs. without assistance. Accommodation may be made, as needed, for employees required to lift or move objects that exceed this weight.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works near moving mechanical equipment and is exposed to weather conditions & uneven terrain as well as is exposed to fumes or airborne particles and noxious odors, The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when working in the field.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

All employees are subject to a pre-employment drug screen & background check on their MVR driving records before they can begin working at Action Traffic Maintenance, Inc.