Company Summary:

RAM Construction Services has been in business, learning and adapting since 1918. We are the oldest and most experienced waterproofing and restoration contractor in the United States. We employ the most significant, most experienced skilled labor force in the Midwest. We also pride ourselves on the training and safety of our skilled workforce. We strive for excellence and continue to push ourselves.

Our core values are:

  • Relationships are our business.
  • Safety without compromise
  • Unapologetically competitive
  • 360 Accountability
  • Embrace Collaboration

Generous Compensation Package Includes:

  • Competitive hourly wage with annual bonus opportunity
  • Apparel Allowance

Benefits:

  • 100% Employer Paid Premiums – Medical, Dental & Vision
  • 401k with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Job Summary:

RAM Construction Services is seeking an exceptional Construction Administrative Assistant. Under the director's direction, you will support the Estimators, Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and Human Resources and assist in the overall project life cycle. The ideal candidate has a prior work history in construction, contracting, or a related field.

If you are a highly organized and detail-oriented administrative professional with construction industry experience, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Key Responsibilities: Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Acts as a liaison and coordinates administrative activities between field management, other departments, customers, vendors, and subcontractors.
  • Assist estimators, project managers, and superintendents in preparing and maintaining project documentation, including contracts, submittals, and progress reports.
  • Coordinate communication between project teams, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure timely information exchange and project updates.
  • Order bid documents (drawings, specifications), review bid documents, review project insurance requirements, order bid bond/payments performance bonds, and prepare & complete bid forms.
  • AIA Billings (provides detailed information on the progress of the job)
  • Process contracts & purchase orders.
  • Maintain project files and records in digital and physical formats, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Schedule and organize project meetings, including preparing agendas and distributing meeting materials.
  • Compose and, edit, and distribute letters, memos, reports, and other departmental correspondence promptly.
  • Prepare travel arrangements.
  • Complete any special assignments, monitor progress, and adjust plans.

Education:

  • Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate degree in office administration preferred.
  • Minimum three years of experience in construction administration preferred. Continuing education in construction is highly desirable.

Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:

  • Familiarity with construction processes and communication
  • Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality and proprietary and other information.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills
  • Ability to multi-task and to work under time constraints and other stresses.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
  • Can work independently and as a collaborator; action-oriented, initiative-taker with an assertive approach to solving problems.
  • High degree of maturity and business judgment.
  • Excellent people skills.
  • Passionate, self-motivated, and dedicated to high-quality work

Technology:

  • Knowledge of construction management software is preferred (Procore) but not required.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe & Bluebeam
  • Proficient with Acumatica a plus

Work Environment:

  • General office environment

Travel:  Annually travel to the corporate office in Livonia, MI (accommodations provided)

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: RAM Construction Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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