Project Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Assistant to support construction-related initiatives in San Jose, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can keep schedules organized, coordinate project activity, and maintain accurate documentation in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to project progress by helping teams stay on track, managing administrative support tasks, and ensuring records are properly maintained.

Responsibilities:
• Coordinate project schedules and track key milestones to help construction activities remain on plan.
• Support project managers with day-to-day administrative tasks, status updates, and progress reporting.
• Maintain organized project documentation by scanning, filing, and updating records for easy access.
• Assist with master scheduling activities to align timelines, meetings, and deliverables across teams.
• Monitor deadlines and follow up with stakeholders to help keep work moving forward efficiently.
• Prepare and organize project materials, logs, and correspondence to support smooth execution.
• Contribute to construction project coordination by helping manage timelines, documentation, and task tracking.
• Experience supporting construction projects or similar project-based environments.
• Working knowledge of project coordination, scheduling, and timeline management.
• Ability to assist with master scheduling and maintain organized project calendars.
• Proficiency in scanning, filing, and handling project documentation with accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work with project teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with general project management support functions and administrative processes.
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