Construction Administrator

About Us

Driven by a passion for detail and a tradition of excellence in design and architecture, Amacon is recognized as one of Canada’s most influential real estate development and construction firms. With five decades of development and construction expertise, a precise level of design and craftsmanship is evident in all the homes and commercial developments that Amacon builds.

Position Summary      

We’re looking for a motivated team player with a strong work ethic and high attention to detail to support the Construction team with general administration and accounts payable including coding invoices and matching them to corresponding purchase orders.

Position Responsibilities

Attach purchase orders, check pricing, and submit for reconciliation all billing invoices related to the construction process

Fill out and submit change orders for approval and signing

Maintain electronic records for all short-paid invoices as well as back charges

Assist with monitoring construction schedule timelines and maintain updates for the Project Team

Support and implement systems, policies and procedures to enable the Project Team to work effectively

General administrative duties: typing, photocopying, scanning, sending and receiving courier packages, filing, etc.

Organize and maintain all required Construction Department correspondence in files and binders. This includes electronic filing for all construction related documentation and drawings

Maintain lists of project vendors, including all associated extras and change orders related to contracted trades

Process department’s outgoing mail at end of day when required

Order, receive and maintain organization of plans, drawings required by the department’s staff

Correspond with trades/suppliers and consultants as required

Reception relief when required

Other duties as assigned within the scope of this position

Experience & Qualifications

Education: Post-secondary diploma or degree an asset

Experience: 1+ years’ experience working in an office environment with strong administrative skills

Highly detail oriented

Ability to handle multiple tasks on multiple projects

Ability to meet deadlines and cut-offs

Excellent communication and inter-personal skills

Ability to prioritize items that are critical

Computer Skills: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook

Additional Information

This full-time salaried position works 8:30 am - 5:00 pm in the office, Monday through Friday and is in downtown Vancouver. Amacon is an equal opportunity employer who offers competitive compensation and benefits programs.

We thank you for your interest in this position but only those who are short-listed for an interview will be contacted. 

Please apply through amacon.com via the link provided: https://amacon.bamboohr.com/careers/443