Assistant Project Manager at Surface Systems, Inc Assistant Project Manager at Surface Systems, Inc in new orleans, Louisiana Posted in about 19 hours ago.

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full-time Company Description Surface Systems, Inc. (SSI) is a locally owned and family-operated flooring contractor with over 30 years of experience serving diverse commercial and specialty environments. The company's crews install a wide range of materials, including ceramic and porcelain tile, stone, mosaics, carpet, VCT, rubber, wood, and vinyl planks, as well as seamless polyurethane concrete and resinous flooring systems from leading brands. SSI's projects span from small spaces to facilities exceeding 100,000 square feet, including airports, casinos, schools, hotels, hospitals, correctional facilities, office complexes, and marine vessels. The company is registered and certified as a Small Woman-Owned Business, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, and is bonded, insured, and licensed. SSI is an active member of the Louisiana Restaurant Association and is committed to helping clients bring their projects to life. Role Description The Assistant Project Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in New Orleans, LA, supporting the planning and execution of commercial flooring and surface projects. This role assists Project Managers with coordinating schedules, materials, and labor, and helps ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Day-to-day responsibilities include tracking project progress, updating documentation, communicating with clients, vendors, and field crews, and resolving routine issues as they arise. The Assistant Project Manager also helps review specifications, attend site visits and meetings, and support quality control efforts to maintain SSI's standards. This position works closely with operations and field teams to provide reliable support and contribute to efficient project delivery. Qualifications Candidates should possess project support skills such as basic project planning, scheduling, and task coordination. Candidates should possess communication and collaboration skills, including clear verbal and written communication and the ability to work effectively with clients, vendors, and field teams. Candidates should possess organizational and documentation skills, including attention to detail, record-keeping, and proficiency with project documents and reports. Candidates should possess basic technical and construction awareness, such as familiarity with commercial construction or flooring environments and the ability to read or learn plans and specifications. Candidates should possess foundational computer skills, including comfort with email, spreadsheets, and project management or office software. Relevant experience in construction, flooring, or related trades, whether in project coordination or field roles, is beneficial. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; post-secondary education in construction management, business, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory. Ability to work on-site in New Orleans, LA, maintain reliability in attendance, and support a safety-focused workplace is expected.