Project Assistant

Project Assistant (Akron, OH)

Location: Akron, OH

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $20.00 $23.00 / Hour (USD)
• Travel Requirements: Driving required (valid driver's license required MVR check applies)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

This position supports engineering and construction projects by assisting the Project Manager and project team in providing administrative project information as requested.

Key Responsibilities

• General administrative support for client projects.
• Organize and maintain project files, filing system and project communications.
• Provide data entry for projects.
• Track status of projects and produce monthly progress reports. Maintain tracking system for projects.
• Update record copies, engineering project documentation, and changes.
• Provide information to facilitate questions regarding projects and prepare research information.
• Record minutes from Real Estate Meetings.
• Answer phones and direct calls.
• Sort incoming mail.
• Collect and distribute client bills and invoices.
• Process Purchase Orders for Vendors.
• Type memos, correspondence, reports and other documents as requested.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and any other internal services for various project needs.
• Prepare outgoing mailings and labels, including e-mail and fax.
• Reserve conference rooms and coordinate client, vendor and/or supplier presentations, meetings and interviews, including set-up and cleanup.
• Schedule and set-up client interviews, presentations and other meetings as requested.
• Order and maintain supplies.
• Update the project calendar and roster.
• Assist in clerical needs on projects.
• Maintain data entry of project contact list and project execution plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Required Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint required.

Preferred Skills

• Applicable office/clerical experience preferred.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required.

Required Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

Important Notes

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Factor in approximately 2 weeks for clearing of background check prior to start.
• Resume must include months and years next to each position; submissions without this information will not be considered.
• Mark "completed" next to any completed degrees on resume.

About the Client

This client is a 100% employee-owned infrastructure engineering, architecture, and construction firm with more than 125 years of experience building critical infrastructure across energy, aviation, water, telecommunications, transportation, and healthcare sectors. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, and operating from 75 offices across the country and internationally, the organization has grown to more than 14,500 employee-owners generating over $7.4 billion in annual revenue. Every full-time employee participates in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), creating a culture of accountability and shared investment in outcomes. Teams here include civil and structural engineers, architects, environmental scientists, construction managers, and program management professionals who engage with complex, consequential projects.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-10897