Project Assistant

SUMMARY Central Environmental, Inc., a company within the BSNC family, is currently seeking a qualified project assistant for the Anchorage, AK office. The project assistant will be providing project and administrative support by assisting in preparing construction project submittals, scheduling and coordination. Will attend site visits as necessary, assist in soliciting subcontractor and supplier proposals, obtaining permits and assisting with the coordination of subcontractors onsite. Position will also require administrative support, including but not limited to answering and directing phone calls, contract filing and assistance with maintaining occupational training and medical surveillance requirements for work crews. Applicants will be contacted via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. Assisting with project submittals Assist in creating and maintaining project schedules Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, utilities etc. Administrative support as required QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications Enter qualifications required to perform the job. Must include education and level of experience. Must be currently enrolled in a degree seeking program in the construction industry. Must have driver’s license and reliable transportation. Computer skills, experience with Microsoft programs. Knowledge of occupational training and medical surveillance requirements in the construction industry Construction scheduling experience. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Must have a high school diploma and should be enrolled in an industry related degree seeking program. Computer Skills, experience with Microsoft programs, Adobe and Microsoft Project. Basic understanding of construction contract requirements. NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about. DOT COVERED / SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone system. The work described herein is primarily in a modern office setting. Occasional travel may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES No supervisory responsibilities. ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations. Shareholder Preference BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job. Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law.