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Helm Group · 10 hours ago

Project Assistant

Loves Park, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$55K/yr - $70K/yr

1+ years exp

Helm Group is a company focused on delivering infrastructure and utility projects. The Project Assistant will support Project Managers in various tasks including procurement, scheduling, and budgeting for public sector clients.

Building MaterialCivil EngineeringConstructionManufacturingMechanical EngineeringProject Management

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Assist in quantity takeoffs and material buyouts

Support procurement processes and track materials

Prepare and manage submittals and material compliance documentation

Assist in the RFI (Request for Information) process

Maintain change order logs and documentation

Submit daily and weekly schedules to customers

Assist with project resource allocation

Review vendor and subcontractor invoices

Support project budget reviews and tracking

Strong analytical skills with attention to detail

Critical thinker with a continuous improvement mindset

Positive, professional, polite

Effectively understands and sets priorities

Dependable and driven self-starter with strong self-responsibility

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Outlook, Excel, Word, & Teams

Knowledge of Viewpoint is a plus, but not necessary

Implementation of all Safety requirements

Resourceful and solution-oriented

Strong accounting and budgeting knowledge

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Qualification

Construction ManagementElectrical EngineeringBudgeting knowledgeMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCritical thinkingTeam-orientedSelf-starter