Assistant Office Manager

Assistant Office Manager (Construction Experience Required)

Location: Palm Bay, FL

About the Role

Lafferty Aluminum & Screening is hiring a strong, experienced Assistant Office Manager to help run daily operations in a fast-paced construction office.

This is not an entry-level position. We are not looking for someone to just “do tasks.”
We are looking for someone who:

• Actively improves systems, efficiency, and workflows
• Is proactive and prevents problems before they happen
• Can confidently handle and diffuse upset customers
• Holds themselves and others accountable to high standards

What You’ll Do

• Keep the office organized, efficient, and on track daily
• Support ownership with problem-solving and weekly updates
• Assist ownership with needed tasks
• Assist with answering overflow calls
• Handle accounts receivable/payable & track outstanding balances
• Work directly with customers—including resolving concerns professionally
• Ensure completed jobs result in happy customers
• Identify inefficiencies and bring new ideas to improve systems and workflow
• Order office supplies

What We’re Looking For

• REQUIRED: Experience in construction, contracting, or similar industry
• Someone who is proactive, not reactive, and prevents repeat issues
• Skilled at diffusing upset customers calmly and professionally
• A problem-solver who takes initiative and follows through
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, punctual, and consistent

This Role Is NOT for You If:

• You don’t have construction or trade experience
• You need constant direction or struggle to manage multiple tasks
• You get overwhelmed easily or avoid difficult customer conversations

What We Offer

• Competitive pay (based on experience)
• PTO & paid holidays
• Growth opportunity into Office Manager role
• Stable, long-term position with a strong team

Apply If You’re Someone Who:

✔ Takes ownership and improves processes
✔ Stays calm under pressure
✔ Can lead, organize, and problem-solve daily
✔ Wants to grow with a company long-term

Pay: $20.00 - $27.52 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person