Administrative Project Assistant Job at Spherion in Bismarck

Spherion Staffing is looking for an experienced Administrative Project Assistant in Bismarck, ND. The Administrative Project Assistant supports Project Managers in all financial and administrative activities, ensuring that all projects run on time and on budget. In this role, you will orchestrate and manage contracts, billings, records, and legal documentation between the project owner, office, subcontractors, site supervisors, financial institutions and professional services.
We are looking for a go getter to stay up to date on deadlines while being a consistent team player and organizer.

Pay $20-28/hour DOE

Responsibilities:
-Plan, administer, and track purchase orders, subcontracts, project billings and change orders
-Oversee project document accessibility through a cloud-based management solution, so all project team members can collaborate efficiently
-Set up and close out internal project records, with special consideration for deadlines
-Lead month end close out process and reporting, and participate in monthly project financial review meetings
-Expedite and organize project administrative activities to ensure proper cash flow and budget adherence, and keep the project on schedule
-Facilitate project workflow (orchestrate how activities and tasks transfer between team members and stages and ensure this is smooth and trouble-free)

Working hours: Various Shifts Available

Skills:
See below

Education:
High School

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
-3 years of professional experience required
-Previous experience working in the construction industry a plus
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required
-Basic accounting principles required
-Must have or be willing to obtain a Notary Public
-Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills desired

To be considered, please apply online at www.spherion.com/apply or if you have questions you can reach out to John Funk at 701-298-8300

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

-Plan, administer, and track purchase orders, subcontracts, project billings and change orders-Oversee project document accessibility through a cloud-based management solution, so all project team members can collaborate efficiently-Set up and close out internal project records, with special consideration for deadlines-Lead month end close out process and reporting, and participate in monthly project financial review meetings-Expedite and organize project administrative activities to ensure proper cash flow and budget adherence, and keep the project on schedule-Facilitate project workflow (orchestrate how activities and tasks transfer between team members and stages and ensure this is smooth and trouble-free)

experience

1-4 years

skills

See below

qualifications

-3 years of professional experience required-Previous experience working in the construction industry a plus-Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required-Basic accounting principles required-Must have or be willing to obtain a Notary Public-Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills desired

education

High School