Matukat Construction
Project Assistant
Salary Range:
$60,000–$80,000
Position Summary:
Matukat Construction is a relationship‑driven commercial general contractor known for delivering high‑quality projects through strong leadership, collaboration, and accountability. Our success is built on trust—with our clients, trade partners, and internal teams—and on developing people who take pride in building great work the right way.
We are seeking a detail‑oriented
Project Assistant
to support our project teams in delivering exceptional results. This role is critical in ensuring smooth project operations by providing administrative, logistical, and financial support while upholding Matukat’s commitment to excellence, integrity, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
Assist Project Managers, Engineers, and Superintendents with daily administrative and logistical tasks.
Maintain project documents, including contracts, insurance certificates, submittals, RFIs, meeting minutes, and change orders.
Track subcontractor compliance and proactively request missing documentation.
Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and distribute accurate meeting notes.
Coordinate contract execution, purchase orders, and onboarding documentation for vendors and subcontractors.
Order blueprints, project signage, and field consumables to keep jobsites stocked and prepared.
Enter and code subcontractor pay applications, supplier invoices, credit card receipts, and internal labor charges into cost management systems.
Ensure alignment between actual costs, committed values, and budget allocations.
Track purchase orders and contracts for active projects to ensure proper documentation and approvals.
Maintain compliance logs for subcontractor insurance, licensing, W‑9s, lien releases, and contract status.
Assist in preparing monthly draw documentation, including lien waivers and invoice backup, for owner billing packages.
Bridge the gap between projects and accounting.
Coordinate with the Controller and Project Managers to prepare accurate project‑level financial snapshots.
Assist in WIP preparation and cost‑to‑complete reviews.
Flag discrepancies or concerns in job cost data and communicate findings to appropriate stakeholders.
Support labor tracking by verifying field staff timesheet submissions and coordinating corrections as needed.
Align labor hours with cost codes for accurate internal reporting.
Serve as the point of contact for subcontractors and suppliers regarding invoice deadlines, lien release submissions, and required documentation.
Maintain invoicing calendars and coordinate timely processing of all pay applications within project cycles.
Verify that all required backup is submitted prior to payment approval.
Draft and maintain internal and external change orders.
Update change order logs and track associated T&M tags or backup.
Coordinate integration of owner‑approved change orders with subcontractor contracts or POs, avoiding duplicate entries in the budget.
Upload, organize, and manage project documents using Autodesk Build and SharePoint.
Maintain version control on drawings, specs, RFIs, submittals, and meeting records.
Ensure all project folders are consistent, current, and clearly labeled.
Proactively identify inefficiencies and offer process improvement suggestions.
Balance support for multiple active projects and communicate any bandwidth issues early.
Foster a collaborative, professional, and accountable working environment.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Proven experience in administrative or project support roles, preferably in construction or a related industry.
Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Autodesk Build, SharePoint) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
We are a team that supports one another and celebrates shared accomplishments. At Matukat, you are not just an employee—you are part of a community dedicated to building a better future.
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Health insurance coverage options
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Benefit eligibility and details vary by position and employment status.
Ready to Build With Us? If you are ready to apply your skills to a role with meaning and join a company that truly values its people, we encourage you to apply.
Let’s build something great together.
Apply at:
https://www.matukatconstruction.com/careers
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Administrative
Industries Construction
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$60,000–$80,000
Position Summary:
Matukat Construction is a relationship‑driven commercial general contractor known for delivering high‑quality projects through strong leadership, collaboration, and accountability. Our success is built on trust—with our clients, trade partners, and internal teams—and on developing people who take pride in building great work the right way.
We are seeking a detail‑oriented
Project Assistant
to support our project teams in delivering exceptional results. This role is critical in ensuring smooth project operations by providing administrative, logistical, and financial support while upholding Matukat’s commitment to excellence, integrity, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
Assist Project Managers, Engineers, and Superintendents with daily administrative and logistical tasks.
Maintain project documents, including contracts, insurance certificates, submittals, RFIs, meeting minutes, and change orders.
Track subcontractor compliance and proactively request missing documentation.
Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and distribute accurate meeting notes.
Coordinate contract execution, purchase orders, and onboarding documentation for vendors and subcontractors.
Order blueprints, project signage, and field consumables to keep jobsites stocked and prepared.
Enter and code subcontractor pay applications, supplier invoices, credit card receipts, and internal labor charges into cost management systems.
Ensure alignment between actual costs, committed values, and budget allocations.
Track purchase orders and contracts for active projects to ensure proper documentation and approvals.
Maintain compliance logs for subcontractor insurance, licensing, W‑9s, lien releases, and contract status.
Assist in preparing monthly draw documentation, including lien waivers and invoice backup, for owner billing packages.
Bridge the gap between projects and accounting.
Coordinate with the Controller and Project Managers to prepare accurate project‑level financial snapshots.
Assist in WIP preparation and cost‑to‑complete reviews.
Flag discrepancies or concerns in job cost data and communicate findings to appropriate stakeholders.
Support labor tracking by verifying field staff timesheet submissions and coordinating corrections as needed.
Align labor hours with cost codes for accurate internal reporting.
Serve as the point of contact for subcontractors and suppliers regarding invoice deadlines, lien release submissions, and required documentation.
Maintain invoicing calendars and coordinate timely processing of all pay applications within project cycles.
Verify that all required backup is submitted prior to payment approval.
Draft and maintain internal and external change orders.
Update change order logs and track associated T&M tags or backup.
Coordinate integration of owner‑approved change orders with subcontractor contracts or POs, avoiding duplicate entries in the budget.
Upload, organize, and manage project documents using Autodesk Build and SharePoint.
Maintain version control on drawings, specs, RFIs, submittals, and meeting records.
Ensure all project folders are consistent, current, and clearly labeled.
Proactively identify inefficiencies and offer process improvement suggestions.
Balance support for multiple active projects and communicate any bandwidth issues early.
Foster a collaborative, professional, and accountable working environment.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Proven experience in administrative or project support roles, preferably in construction or a related industry.
Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Autodesk Build, SharePoint) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
We are a team that supports one another and celebrates shared accomplishments. At Matukat, you are not just an employee—you are part of a community dedicated to building a better future.
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Health insurance coverage options
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Benefit eligibility and details vary by position and employment status.
Ready to Build With Us? If you are ready to apply your skills to a role with meaning and join a company that truly values its people, we encourage you to apply.
Let’s build something great together.
Apply at:
https://www.matukatconstruction.com/careers
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Administrative
Industries Construction
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Matukat Construction by 2x
Get notified about new Project Assistant jobs in
Colorado Springs, CO .
#J-18808-Ljbffr