Project Administrator I
Granite Construction · Anchorage, Alaska ·
- Employment
- Contract
- Category
- Project management
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General Summary
Essential Job Accountabilities
Create, maintain, and organize project and business files to ensure accurate document control and record retention.
Distribute, copy, and manage confidential company documents to ensure timely communication while maintaining compliance with privacy and document retention requirements.
Maintain office, reception, mailroom, and file room organization to support an efficient work environment.
Perform data entry and administrative processing, including timecard entry, payroll support, accounts payable invoice processing, accounts receivable billing and collections, vendor setup, and purchasing card reconciliations to ensure accuracy, timely completion, and compliance with Company policies and procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
Provide receptionist and front-office support, including answering and directing calls, greeting and assisting visitors, managing calendars, handling incoming and outgoing mail, and coordinating deliveries.
Support day-to-day business operations through administrative, accounting, and project-related activities to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely workflows.
Assist with project setup activities, contract administration, contract billing functions, and document management.
Coordinate communication and provide operational support to field operations, project teams, management, vendors, customers, and other stakeholders.
Assist with purchasing, shipping, receiving, and procurement activities in support of field and office operations.
Participate in internal audits and self-audits of business functions to ensure that established internal controls are followed to maintain compliance with Company policies and procedures, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
Provide department-specific support to Human Resources, Safety, Equipment, Estimating, Construction, and Construction Materials teams.
Assist with business development activities, customer communications, and special projects as needed.
The responsibilities listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Responsibilities may be modified based on business needs.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Work Experience
Relevant administrative, accounting, project support, or office administration experience preferred.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Ethical and professional business practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong typing proficiency, including 10-key by touch, data entry accuracy, and general computer skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, handle multiple tasks, and respond with a sense of urgency while performing effectively under pressure.
Experience with JD Edwards World/One World or other ERP systems preferred.
Ability to develop and maintain knowledge of company operations, organizational procedures, and personnel.
Physical Demands
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Requirements/Skills
Adhere to Granite's Code of Conduct on a daily basis.
Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, teamwork, and a commitment to high-quality customer service.
Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Be courteous, professional, and responsive when interacting with internal and external customers.
Our Benefits at a Glance:
Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.
Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.
Base Salary Range:
$43,911.00 - $65,865.00Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.
About Granite Construction Incorporated
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
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Notice to Staffing Agencies
Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.