Project Assistant Jobs in Richmond, VA

Contracting Specialists DC, LLC is expanding its workforce and is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our growing Restoration Services Business Line. We are committed to fostering a work environment that offers long-term stability and growth. We value our employees and are dedicated to supporting their success throughout their career with us. With a strong track record of consistent growth, we provide a secure and dependable workplace for those looking for a lasting career.
This position will support Project Mangers in the day-to-day management of concrete and masonry restoration projects. The Assistant Project Manager will collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, field personnel and subcontractors while ensuring that all work meets historical preservation standards and local building codes.

Contracting Specialists DC, LLC offers a great benefits package complete with medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings account health reimbursement account, flexible spending account, employer paid life and disability, 401(k) matching, and paid time off along with other essential benefits.
This position will be located in Richmond, VA.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties, but not all duties performed for this position. Other duties may be assigned.

• Support Project Managers in the day-to-day management of concrete and masonry restoration projects.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, and other documentation.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to gather technical data and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Conduct site visits to monitor work progress, quality assurance, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Track project materials, equipment, and deliveries to maintain efficient workflow.
• Assist in preparing estimates, take-offs, and proposals during the pre-construction phase.
• Document project updates, change orders, and issues that arise during construction.
• Help ensure that all work meets historical preservation standards and local building codes.
• Participate in project meetings and prepare meeting minutes and follow-up actions.
• Collaborate with field personnel to resolve technical issues and support effective communication between the field and office.

Minimum Qualifications:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in construction, preferably in concrete restoration, historic masonry, or similar specialties.
• Familiarity with restoration techniques, materials, and historical preservation guidelines is preferred.
• Strong technical, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and historical
• documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is a plus.
• Ability to work on-site as needed and travel to project locations.

Additional Qualifying Factors:
As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening (post accepted offer) 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.

Necessary Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires the ability to maneuver around work sites, see, hear, and verbally communicate with co-workers and clients. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; frequent opportunity to move about and to work outside the office environment for extended periods involving exposure to the elements with weather that will include extreme heat, cold, wind, rain or other inclement weather, walking over rough and uneven surfaces, and routine lifting of up to 35 pounds. If required, must properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times including but not limited to: hard hats, steel toed boots, eye protection, respiratory protection, and hearing protection. Must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness.

Working Conditions:
Job is performed in a combination of office and outdoor site locations. The office setting includes exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse. Outdoor settings include walking, driving, and carrying supplies throughout all seasons with exposure to heat and cold conditions, and potentially wildlife. Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and loud noise.

About Bristol Bay Construction Holdings LLC

Bristol Bay Construction Holdings LLC (BBCH) is a holding company of Bristol Bay Native Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation. The BBCH family of companies include 8(a), small, and large businesses operating under the Aerostar, CCI, CSI, Herman, and SES brands. The vision of BBCH is to be best value companies and employers of choice, recognized for our dedication to our unity of purpose, values, employees, clients, and shareholders. For three decades, our best-value companies have provided federal and commercial clients with superior quality and cost-effective, innovative, and sustainable solutions for general construction, restoration services, civil works, fuels systems, environmental services, professional services, and facility support services.

BBCH gives lawful hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BBCH shareholders, shareholder descendants, and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. While preference is given to these individuals, all employment decisions are based on qualifications and business needs.
We are an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug-free workplace.