Construction Project Assistant 1

Join Maverik as a Construction Project Assistant and become a key player in our exciting growth journey! In this role, you’ll collaborate with nearly every department—from Legal and Risk to Operations, Category Management, Marketing, and Accounting—gaining unique insights into how we prepare for new store openings.

This position offers a front-row seat to our expansion, making it the perfect opportunity for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of a leading convenience retailer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


* Provide support to internal and external customers, respond to inquiries, and assist in resolving any issues pertaining to assigned jobs


* Working across multiple teams, and being the hub for recording and acting on all of the different needs across the organization


* Support Construction Managers in finalizing contracts and entering contracts into tracking software – staying informed and planning moving schedules for most efficient execution of schedules with varied vendors and subcontractors


* Coordinate end of project schedule, enabling a smooth transition into the hands of the operations team


* Enter and track pay applications for contractors- from submission and review through payment and reconciliation in the project budget


* Maintain daily report on the status and completion of tasks in tracking software


* Communicate necessary information to contractors & vendors to support project deadlines


* Finalize paperwork and jurisdictional items throughout life and upon completion of project


* Ability to demonstrate ownership of projects by effectively managing multiple complex components while maintaining accountability to various stakeholders.


* Additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:  Education


* High School Diploma/GED required; College level education preferred.

Qualifications:  Experience


* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint), especially advanced Excel skills.


* Demonstrated ability to adapt to and learn various applications with ease.


* Proven experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and personnel while maintaining clear and professional communication.

Qualifications:  Competencies


* Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including strong listening skills


* Practice operating independently without the need for continuous oversight or direction


* Proven ability to effectively prioritize and balance competing needs


* Shows eagerness to learn and improve


* Interest in the construction industry, as well as the financial side of corporate investments – we are growing, and a key part of that growth is new store construction!

 

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