Job Description

Valard Construction LP is a premier powerline contractor, serving clients in both public & private sectors. We offer construction services in overhead and underground transmission and distribution systems, substations, fibre optics, as well as substation and transmission foundations.

Valard Construction LP is seeking qualified Project Assistant to join our US Operations team. We are looking for self-motivated, team player, dedicated individuals who are willing to work as part of a dynamic team that provides crucial support to Valard\xe2\x80\x99s projects.

This position is based out of our Construction Site Office in Wamsutter, WY

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Work with the Project Team, liaising between project operations and the corporate office.
• Responsible for data entry/support in one or more of the following areas as their primary work objective but are also expected to be competent in the other areas as required.

• Purchasing Support \xe2\x80\x93 Creation and entry of purchase orders, entry of packing slips/tickets, expense report submissions and reconciliation/closeout support of purchase orders into Valard Systems. Payroll issue support, communicating with site and corporate Payroll.

• Timesheet Support \xe2\x80\x93 Reviewing timesheets for consistency and correctness, time entry into Valard\xe2\x80\x99s payroll system.

• Accommodation and Travel Coordination \xe2\x80\x93 Booking requests for travel and accommodation related to this project, coordinating with the corporate Travel Department

• IT requests \xe2\x80\x93 Relaying requests to IT for site equipment or access and ensure it is provided or implemented per the request.

• Operations Support \xe2\x80\x93 Creating and maintaining utility locates.
• In addition to the above specific tasks there are more general tasks that will be completed by all Project Assistants including:

• General data entry as required and incorporation of field data into reports
• Participation in Valard Safety programs
• Developing contacts throughout the company and having the ability to track down pertinent and essential information through these contacts.
• Hard copy document management (ex. updating Foremen Binders as new drawings come available)
• Learning and using Valard systems to complete day-to-day tasks
• Documenting and distributing meeting minutes for various meetings

Knowledge/Skills

• Preferred 2 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in a related field of work in an administrative role
• Post-secondary degree or diploma would be considered an asset
• Previous experience working on a construction site office would be an asset
• Experience working with a utility company is a strong asset
• Previous experience utilizing JD Edwards would be considered an asset
• Exemplary knowledge and experience with Microsoft office programs
• Knowledge of project schedule software would be an asset
• Willingness to provide occasional on-site shift coverage would be considered an asset

Benefits

Valard Construction LP is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse workforce. We offer a competitive salary and a complete range of employee benefits.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates\' education and experience best meets the needs of the position. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

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