Construction Assistant

Do you want to help make a difference in building America's infrastructure?

Since 1953, Miller Pipeline has been a leader in building and maintaining America's infrastructure as a premier underground pipeline construction and repair contractor. Our workforce is made up of highly trained and skilled employees totaling over 5,000 with office locations in 23 states. While continually investing in gas infrastructure programs, Miller Pipeline's revenues have continued to grow year over year.

Thinking about joining our team and building a career here? There is no better time than now!

At Miller Pipeline you will gain:

• Growth opportunities for career advancement (Grow Here at Miller Pipeline)
• Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits
• A team-oriented atmosphere centered around our core values of Safety, Quality, Commitment, and Reputation (Our Core Values)
• On-the-job work and safety training
• Employee recognition programs, Employee Care Fund, and more (also see Annual Company Picnics)
• Take a look at our field work by watching the Day In The Life video.

We are hiring a Construction Assistant to provide support for all operational and project-related activities. This position is intended for students or new graduates in the field of construction management to provide developmental opportunities and prepare for leadership roles within the organization.

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist General Foreman and/or Superintendent and/or Project Manager with daily tasks.
• Assist operations department in assessing jobsite readiness and project schedules.
• Deliver work order packets to crews ahead of time, walking the job with them, obtaining answers to their pre-job questions.
• Receive and manage completed work order packet documentation.
• Enter completed work order packet data into customer's online portal.
• Manage 811 locate tickets.
• Assist in preparation of completion reports based on WINS input weekly.
• Confirm quantities, receive, and code subcontractor/vendor invoices for job costing in AS400.
• Assist in management of all material orders for crews.
• Manage and maintain inventory of all supplies for the business.
• Assist in preparation and maintenance of subcontractor agreements, if applicable.
• Coordinate pre-employment and on-boarding steps and facilitate new hire orientation.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma.
• Associate's degree in construction management or related field, working towards a bachelor's degree.
• 2+ years related experience in the construction industry and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Customer oriented; sense of urgency to resolve immediate issues.
• Clear written and oral communication.
• Excellent time management and ability to create systems to complete/track tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field from accredited university.

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