Field Project Assistant – Interior Finishes

Job Title: Field Project Assistant – Interior Finishes

Location: Tampa Bay Area

Reports To: Operations Manager

Works Closely With: Project Coordinators, Operations Team, Builders’ Site Superintendents, Installation Teams, and Ownership

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Location: On the road / in the field

Position Summary

Priano is seeking a Field Project Assistant to serve as the company’s eyes in the field for new construction and remodeling projects. This role supports the Project Coordinators and Operations Manager by visiting active job sites to verify site readiness, perform field measurements, inspect installation progress and quality, document deficiencies, and help ensure projects are ready for walkthroughs, punch completion, and closeout.

This position is focused on interior finishes, with flooring as the core trade, and additional exposure to cabinetry, countertops, wall coverings, waterproofing systems, plumbing fixtures, appliances, window treatments, and related finish details being highly valuable. The ideal candidate has practical knowledge of flooring and jobsite conditions, a sharp eye for detail, the ability to read scopes of work and job documentation, and the professionalism to interact effectively with builders, site superintendents, homeowners, and installation teams. This person will help identify issues before and during installation, support quality control efforts, and provide timely field updates using company-issued technology.

We are looking for someone who is motivated to learn, eager to perform, and ready to take ownership of their work in the field. The right candidate will join a strong and supportive team, work closely with an experienced Operations Manager and Project Coordinators, and have exposure to ownership as part of a growing company committed to quality, accountability, and professional development.

Key ResponsibilitiesPre-Installation Field Verification

• Travel to job sites as directed by Project Coordinators and the Operations Manager
• Perform site measures and verify dimensions, layouts, transitions, and related field conditions before installation
• Conduct pre-installation inspections to confirm jobsite readiness for delivery and installation
• Evaluate substrate and site conditions, including whether floors are level and whether conditions are suitable for the planned installation
• Perform or document moisture testing and other pre-install checks when required by product specifications or company process
• Identify site issues that may delay installation or create quality or warranty concerns, and report them promptly

Installation Progress and Quality Control

• Inspect flooring, cabinetry, countertops, wall coverings, and other finish installations for quality, completeness, cleanliness, protection, and compliance with company standards
• Help verify that work appears consistent with manufacturer requirements and sound installation practices
• Identify visible defects, installation deficiencies, incomplete scope, damage, punch items, and site-related concerns
• Monitor installation progress in the field and communicate status updates promptly
• Help ensure installations are acceptable to the builder, superintendent, homeowner, and company standards before closeout

Builder, Superintendent, and Homeowner Walkthroughs

• Walk jobs with builders’ site superintendents as needed
• Participate in field walkthroughs, final inspections, and homeowner walkthroughs prior to closing when directed
• Communicate professionally and clearly on-site while representing the company well
• Escalate concerns appropriately and avoid making unauthorized commitments on pricing, schedule, scope, or responsibility

Documentation and Reporting

• Read and interpret scopes of work, work orders, plans, elevations, and related project records
• Document site conditions, progress, deficiencies, and completed work using checklists, notes, photos, and videos
• Use the company-provided laptop with cellular connectivity to submit timely reports during or immediately following inspections
• Keep clear, organized records by job, room, date, and issue type so the operations team can act quickly
• Provide timely updates to the Project Coordinators and Operations Manager so corrective action can be coordinated without delay

Installer Accountability and Closeout Support

• Confirm whether deficiencies appear to be installer-responsibility items, site-condition issues, or items requiring internal review
• Help verify whether punch and corrective work has been completed properly
• Understand that installers are responsible for completing their contracted scope, including punch work and correction of installation-related issues
• Provide useful field feedback that helps improve installation quality, reduce callbacks, and prevent recurring issues

Jobsite Safety and Professional Conduct

• Observe jobsite safety requirements and conduct yourself appropriately in active construction and remodeling environments
• Be aware of common jobsite hazards and maintain safe practices during inspections, measuring, and walkthroughs
• Maintain professional communication and composure with homeowners, builders, superintendents, and crews

QualificationsRequired

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability and willingness to drive to multiple job sites as directed
• Familiarity with flooring installations, field conditions, and common causes of installation failure or callbacks
• Ability to identify workmanship issues, incomplete scope, damage, punch items, and pre-installation concerns
• Ability to read and understand scopes of work, work orders, and related job documentation
• Comfort working independently in the field with limited supervision
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to document findings clearly through notes, photos, and digital reporting
• Basic computer proficiency and comfort using a laptop, tablet, smartphone, and cloud-based systems
• Familiarity with general jobsite safety considerations

Strongly Preferred

• Spanish-speaking / bilingual
• Experience with new construction and remodel work
• Experience working with custom builders and builder site superintendents
• Familiarity with cabinetry, countertops, wall coverings, waterproofing systems, plumbing fixtures, appliances, and other interior finish categories
• Experience with field measurements, moisture testing, and pre-installation verification
• Experience with NetSuite or similar project, ERP, or field reporting tools

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk active jobsites regularly
• Ability to climb stairs, bend, kneel, crouch, and inspect finish details closely
• Ability to carry a laptop, tools, testing equipment, and sample materials as needed

Compensation

• Pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour
• Company vehicle or fuel allowance may be provided based on the needs of the role

Benefits

• Company-subsidized health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• HSA option
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid sick time

Growth Opportunity

This position can be a strong entry point for someone who wants to build a career in field operations, quality control, and project coordination within the interior finishes industry. Candidates who perform well may have the opportunity to grow into more advanced field or project support roles over time.

Why Join Priano

• Join a strong and supportive team
• Work closely with experienced Project Coordinators and an excellent Operations Manager
• Gain valuable field experience in new construction and remodeling
• Build knowledge across flooring, cabinetry, countertops, wall coverings, and related interior finish categories
• Have exposure to ownership and opportunities for long-term growth within the company

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday to Friday
• Additional jobsite visits as needed based on project demands

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a clean driving record?
• When walking a high-end interior finish job, what are some of the specific quality issues you would look for in flooring, tile, cabinetry, or countertops? Please give examples.
• Before flooring installation begins, what are the main jobsite conditions you would check to help prevent installation problems or warranty issues?
• This role requires timely field updates, photos, notes, and computer-based documentation. Please describe your experience using computers, mobile devices, or software to document work, communicate issues, and stay organized.
• Why are you interested in this position, and what relevant experience or strengths make you believe you would perform well in a field-based role focused on interior finishes, quality, detail, and learning? Please include any relevant experience with flooring.
• Describe a time when you noticed a quality issue or jobsite concern that others missed. What did you notice, what did you do next, and what was the outcome?
• If you arrived at a jobsite and noticed a condition that could lead to an installation problem, callback, or warranty issue, what would you do first?

Experience:

• Computer Proficiency: 2 years (Required)
• Flooring installation or field support: 1 year (Preferred)
• construction field coordination or PM: 1 year (Preferred)
• cabinetry installation or field support: 1 year (Preferred)
• installer oversight or subcontractor coordination: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road