Administrative Assistant Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Description We are looking for an experienced Administrative Assistant to join our team in Columbia, South Carolina. In this role, you will provide essential support in managing construction contracts, ensuring compliance, and facilitating smooth communication among all stakeholders. This is a Contract-to-Permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity to grow within the construction industry.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage contracts, subcontracts, and submittals throughout the lifecycle of construction projects.
• Submit bids, process online bids, and handle prequalification forms and electronic bid bonds.
• Renew business licenses, manage certified payroll requirements, and prepare monthly pay applications.
• Verify subcontractor payments and ensure compliance with Davis Bacon regulations and other industry standards.
• File required compliance documentation such as Stage Type Inspection filings and PR1391 filings.
• Interpret, administer, and enforce contract terms while addressing disputes and claims.
• Maintain detailed project schedules and budgets, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Coordinate communication between contractors, owners, and other stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently.
• Handle inbound and outbound calls, schedule appointments, and manage email correspondence.
• Utilize Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, for documentation and reporting. Requirements
• Proven experience in administrative roles within the construction or contractor industry.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to interpret and enforce construction contract terms and legal agreements.
• Familiarity with compliance standards such as Davis Bacon regulations and certified payroll requirements.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Solid understanding of project planning, scheduling, and budgeting principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders.
• Experience in managing inbound and outbound calls, email correspondence, and scheduling tasks.

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