Job Summary
WEST Development, Inc. is a leading 8(a) construction firm specializing in high-quality projects for the Department of Defense (DOD) across Southern California. We self-perform 70% of our projects in-house. We are seeking a motivated Project Manager Assistant to support our Project Managers with bidding, estimating, and project coordination on NAVFAC and USACE projects, with a focus on Job Order Contracts (JOC) and Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support Project Managers in preparing accurate estimates using RSMeans Data Online, 4-Clicks, and Oracle Primavera.
- Assist with developing and submitting Excel-based line-item proposals for government bids.
- Help coordinate project activities, including stakeholder communication, site visits, RFI generation, and schedule updates.
- Aid in preparing post-award submittals (schedules, product data, etc.) and ensure compliance with ADA, NEC, NFPA, UFC, UFGS, OSHA, and EM-385 1-1 standards.
- Review and assist in interpreting Scopes of Work (SOW), RFPs, construction drawings, and specifications.
- Provide general administrative and technical support to the Project Management team in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience in construction estimating, bidding support, project coordination, or a related field (government/DOD project experience is a plus).
- Preferred: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project.
- Familiarity with RSMeans Data Online or 4-Clicks is highly desirable. Experience with Oracle Primavera, Adobe Acrobat Pro, or Google Earth Pro is a plus.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work collaboratively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Eagerness to learn government procurement processes and compliance requirements for NAVFAC and USACE projects.
Pay: $59,624.16 - $71,805.44 per year
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Work Location: In person
