Project Assistant (Construction)

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

As a Project Assistant (PA) at HHI Corporation, you’ll play a key role in supporting Project Managers and keeping construction projects organized, on schedule, and running smoothly. This position is best suited for someone with hands-on construction industry experience who understands construction documents, project coordination, and the day-to-day demands of a construction project.

You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, clients, and government personnel to manage project documentation, coordinate project activities, track contracts and compliance, and support projects valued up to $50 million.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced construction professional looking to grow into project coordination, contract administration, or construction project management while working on high-impact federal construction projects.

About HHI Corporation

Built to Execute. Positioned to Lead.

HHI Corporation is a Northern Utah-based federal construction and manufacturing company with more than 50 years of experience delivering specialized infrastructure, fabrication, and engineered solutions for defense and industrial clients nationwide.

Our team is built on  Honesty, Hard Work, and Innovation . We invest in our people, work together to deliver exceptional results, and provide opportunities for long-term career growth. At HHI, you’ll work alongside experienced construction professionals on challenging, meaningful projects while building the skills needed to advance your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain project and job site documentation and files.
• Manage drawing logs and ensure accurate document control.
• Track, log, and distribute project documents as directed by the Project Manager.
• Maintain project records in Procore.
• Process and file subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Track subcontractor compliance documents, including insurance, lien releases, and affidavits.
• Assist with bidding and buyout, including distributing plans and specifications and tracking proposals.
• Support Project Managers with day-to-day construction project coordination and administrative tasks.
• Compile project closeout documents, including O&M manuals.
• Communicate professionally with Owners, Project Managers, Superintendents, Corporate Safety, subcontractors, clients, and government personnel.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with project teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Maintain confidentiality of company and client information.
• Perform additional project and administrative duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working in commercial, industrial, or federal construction.
• Construction industry experience is required; this is not a general administrative position.
• Basic ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of construction project documentation and terminology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a project team.
• Honest, reliable, professional, and self-motivated.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and meet government security clearance requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Procore or other construction management software.
• Experience with construction project coordination or project administration.
• Basic knowledge of construction scheduling.
• Familiarity with subcontracts, change orders, purchasing, and construction accounting.
• Experience with the Resident Management System (RMS) used by USACE.
• Federal construction experience.

Why Join HHI?

• Work on  high-impact federal construction projects .
• Work alongside experienced construction professionals.
• Gain valuable experience in project management and construction administration.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunities for long-term career growth and advancement.
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

HHI is a general contractor with 50 years of in-depth experience and has completed some of the most challenging projects for the Department of Defense (DoD). Using both its experience in construction and manufacturing, HHI has provided innovative solutions to complex problems for its military clients. Construction experience includes over 40 Design-Build chemical and biological test facilities (BSL laboratories), munitions maintenance facilities, military aircraft hangars and other industrial/institutional facilities. Manufacturing experience includes aircraft maintenance stands, chemical and biological test chambers, paint and blast booths, containerized biological containment transport units and ground support equipment for aircraft.

More info is available at hhicorp.com.

Company Description

HHI is a general contractor with 50 years of in-depth experience and has completed some of the most challenging projects for the Department of Defense (DoD). Using both its experience in construction and manufacturing, HHI has provided innovative solutions to complex problems for its military clients. Construction experience includes over 40 Design-Build chemical and biological test facilities (BSL laboratories), munitions maintenance facilities, military aircraft hangars and other industrial/institutional facilities. Manufacturing experience includes aircraft maintenance stands, chemical and biological test chambers, paint and blast booths, containerized biological containment transport units and ground support equipment for aircraft.\r\n\r\nMore info is available at hhicorp.com.