Company Overview

At Ames Construction, we’ve built America for 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining, renewables, and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit and foundational values of honesty, integrity, perseverance and opportunity, while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Together, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Instill Safety as a top priority.
• Support a team consisting of Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, Forepersons, and other project staff.
• Perform document control for the project.
• Update and Maintain project logs.
• Support with contract administration.
• Managing time cards, invoices, and other time sensitive data.
• Procurement of materials.
• Maintaining electronic and physical plan and specification conformed documents.
• Recruiting and applicant screening for operations team
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education & Skills

• Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent motivational skills.
• Time management, multitasking, and prioritization are crucial.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Phone conversational skills will be imperative.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Preferred office experience in the construction industry.

Working Conditions

• Travel – This project is located near Perryville, MO. Subsequent projects will be nationally based.
• Construction Site Environment – physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Exposed to high noise levels.
• Office Environment – extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.

Ability to pass a Pre-employment drug screening

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.