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Project Assistant

Loves Park, IL
$50,000 – $60,000

Avg. Salary

Division: Construction Services
Market: Electrical
Employment Type: Full-Time
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Position Overview

Are you ready to launch your career in the construction industry with Helm?  The Helm Group is seeking an energetic, proactive, and detail-oriented Project Assistant to join our team.  As a Helm Project Assistant, you will provide support in the planning, execution, monitoring, and control of projects with direction from Project Managers.  Responsibilities include procurement, scheduling, documentation, budgeting support, and resource coordination for various clients.

This position is for our electrical division which is responsible for the Power, Wiring, and Lighting scopes of work for new construction projects as well as remodel work in buildings such as K-12 schools, hospitals and associated healthcare buildings, high-rise buildings, and other commercial and industrial building types.  This role is located in our Loves Park, IL office.

Key Responsibilities

  • Organize and manage project documents, including drawings, submittals, contracts, etc.
  • Prepare various forms and reports as directed by Project Managers (Subcontracts, Purchase Orders, Change Orders, Submittals, RFI).
  • Monitor construction management contract compliance (COI, bonds, permits, Safety).
  • Order & Track Equipment, Review Invoices
  • Assist in Compliance Monitoring of Subcontractors
  • Act as liaison with GC, project manager, field, vendors, subcontractors, and accounting.
  • Knowledge of construction industry.
  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Critical thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Positive, professional, polite.
  • Solid communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Effectively understands and sets priorities.
  • Dependable and driven self-starter with strong self-responsibility.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Outlook, Excel, Word, & Teams.
  • Knowledge of Viewpoint is a plus, but not necessary.
  • Implementation of all Safety requirements.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma required.
  • College Degree preferred, but not necessary.
  • 3 years of experience preferred as a Project Assistant or Project Coordinator.

Salary & Benefits

Range: $50,000-$60,000

Final determination of a successful candidate’s pay is based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Helm provides a competitive compensation package that recognizes an individual’s experience and qualifications combined with a benefits package to meet your needs.

As a valued member of the Helm team, your benefits package will include:

  • 401K plan with matching contributions
  • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Wellness Programs

Join Helm and become part of our supportive, family-like culture where hard work is recognized and rewarded. Your contributions will make a meaningful impact on our projects, ensuring every day you go home knowing you’ve played a vital role in our success. If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey, apply now to join our dedicated team at Helm.