Project Administrator / Project Engineer

IRON SWORD is an established, veteran-owned general contractor / construction manager based in New York's Hudson Valley that serves institutional customers including hospitals, schools, universities, and government facilities.

We have two opportunities right now that are ideal for entry level or early career professionals who have attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a desire to learn. For entry-level applicants, part-time opportunities are also available for local students with opportunity to continue full-time upon graduation. 

Responsibilities and Duties

Manage and maintain document control and construction administrative processes on project FTP sites with internal and external parties (ex. architect) including but not limited to: change management, closeout documents, daily reports, punch list, RFIs, safety, submittals, transmittals, meeting agendas / minutes, as-builts.

Interpret construction specifications and drawings and review to confirm they are correct and coordinate with each other.

Identify critical path items and ensure materials are delivered on time.

Provide billing, cost management, and scheduling support to assigned projects as needed.

Provide technical support to field managers including setting up conference calls.

Maintain open communication with field staff to quickly distribute or respond to information with the entire project team.

Assist with other ad hoc duties as they arise.

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum Qualifications (Entry Level)

Bachelor’s or Associate's Degrees in a related field

Highly proficient in use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Ability to clearly and professionally communicate

Preferred Qualifications (Early Career)

Familiarity with all divisions of work for either new construction or renovation projects

Three to five years of experience in the construction field as a project engineer or asst. project manager

Experience with public contracts preferred but not required (Federal, State, Municipal).

Experience with healthcare / laboratory contracts preferred but not required.

Job Type: Full-time / Part-Time

Pay: $40,000-$75,000 per year (Full-time) / $15-$25 per hour (Part-Time)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid sick days
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person