Construction Assistant

Company: Kimco Realty Corporation
Location: Jericho
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

******Unless specifically contracted, resumes from recruiting agencies are not being accepted for this position.****** We are currently seeking a Construction Assistant to work closely with the Director of Construction in retail development and construction. The right candidate will have keen business acumen, possess strong multi-tasking capabilities on a high-demand basis, have strong solution/problem-solving abilities for special projects and non-conventional issues that arise, be a self-starter who is detail-oriented, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Responsibilities:

• Prepare bid solicitations and vendor contracts
• Coordinate design firms, general contractors and project consultants
• Organize and analyze large amounts of information and data for problem solving purposes
• Maintain contract and change order log, update construction reports, prepare tender/open letters and other correspondence
• Monitor budgets and scheduling for projects
• Provide tenant/utility coordination during construction projects
• Process invoices and applications for payment
• Assure closeout documentation completion
• Required to interact and coordinate with multiple departments, including Leasing, Property Management, and Asset Management Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree or 3+ years of equivalent relevant experience in a corporate office environment
  • Prior experience in commercial construction administration
  • Background in accounting, budgeting, contracts for construction
  • Familiarity with project/job costing
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, as well as the ability to quickly learn additional systems
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Project strongly preferred Kimco Realty is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. PI158328634

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