Project Administrator

Merrick & Company is seeking a Project Administrator/Technical Assistant for our office located in Chamblee, GA. This is a part-time position, 20 hours a week opportunity, with the ability to go fulltime.

Typical hourly pay range for this position is $31.00 - $43.00. Pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Provides specialized administrative support to the Merrick commissioning team and technical staff. Responsibilities include document control, Word processing/preparation of documents, electronic filing, copying, preparation of special reports, preparation of invoices, expense reports, meeting organization and coordination for special events, and general office support.

The Project Administrator would ideally have experience in construction related support activities and is expected to be able to help resolve construction related administrative issues in a timely manner.

• Responsible for maintaining an effective and efficient system for electronic and hardcopy project document management including secure records management, distribution, and retrieval in accordance with Merrick QA Procedures.
• Responsible for typing and integrating accurate edits into engineering reports and specifications as well as quality checking for typographical and grammatical correctness.
• Assists with travel arrangements, expense reporting, and word processing.
• Undertakes research on companies and organizations for marketing purposes.
• Creates Excel databases and enters data.
• Contributes to project budget estimates and assures project administration duties are performed within budget.
• Provides administrative support including typing/word processing, mail preparation, copying, and distribution.
• Prepares a variety of correspondence, memorandums, briefings, and other reports required for day-to-day operation.
• Maintains project records, files, statistical data, action items, time and attendance records, and meeting minutes.
• Orders supplies and equipment as requested by management and technical staff.
• Makes phone calls to customers to provide project updates and schedule appointments for site visits conducted by the design teams. Creates and maintains phone log.
• Fills out and manages site visit schedule and coordinates best travel route for teams to use for site visits.

• Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of experience or an Associates Degree
• Must be proficient and capable to take courses in Microsoft Office applications, particularly the latest versions of Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access
• Knowledge of Adobe or Bluebeam Revu required
• Ability to work in a highly productive, deadline driven working environment.
• Must provide examples of experience in multitasking and adherence to deadlines.
• Experience maintaining construction project records and files.
• Professionalism in speaking to groups, writing letters, and sending emails to employees and clients.
• Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be insurable under Merrick's insurance carrier.
• Client projects for this position require U.S. citizenship.

• Previous experience working in a professional office environment.
• MS Project or Primavera P6 experience.
• Previous experience or ability to learn Newforma or ProCore construction and design management software.

• Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
• Robust Employee Referral Program.
• Annual performance and compensation reviews.
• Professional Training and Development.
• Employee Recognition Awards.
• Peer Mentor Program
• And Much More!

• Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
• Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.