Administrative Assistant- Public Works
903 E Lodi Avenue lodi, CA 95240 US
Job Description
$25.00-$30.00 hr DOE
Part time Mon-Thurs to start or full time Monday- Friday schedule 7am start time  Â
Job Purpose:
Provide administrative and project support to ensure smooth daily operations for a Public Works General Contractor. This role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision. The Administrative Assistant will assist with Certified Payroll, Labor Compliance, and Insurance Documentation, while maintaining excellent communication across office and field operations.
Administrative Support
- Perform daily office and clerical duties to support project management and field teams.
- Organize and maintain calendars, meetings, job walks, and bid schedules.
- Greet visitors, manage calls, and route correspondence to appropriate personnel.
- Operate and maintain office equipment, ensuring smooth office functionality.
- Prepare, review, and maintain project documents, bids, proposals, and subcontractor files.
- Maintain digital and physical filing systems using Microsoft 365 and Dropbox.
- Track and update project logs, attendance records, and compliance reports.
- Prepare, submit, and track Certified Payroll through LCP Tracker and ensure compliance with DIR and Davis-Bacon requirements.
- Assist with Labor Compliance documentation, including subcontractor verifications, wage determinations, and reporting.
- Collect, review, and track Certificates of Insurance (COI) for subcontractors and vendors to ensure proper coverage and renewals.
- Submit and track encroachment permits and other agency documentation.
- Liaise with vendors, subcontractors, clients, and public agencies to facilitate project requirements.
- Compose, edit, and distribute correspondence, meeting notes, and project documentation.
- Coordinate with accounting and project teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
Required:
- Minimum 2+ years administrative experience in the construction industry (public works preferred)
- High School Diploma or GED
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams) and Dropbox
- Strong understanding of Certified Payroll, Labor Compliance, and Insurance Certificates
- Valid Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and clean driving record
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Fluent in English
- Experience with DIR Compliance, Davis-Bacon, and LCP Tracker
- Bilingual (Spanish)
Microsoft Office Suite • Dropbox • Adobe Acrobat • QuickBooks • LCP Tracker • RingCentral • Teams • Zoom • Google Workspace • Social Media Platforms
- Frequent sitting, standing, and use of hands for handling office materials
- Occasional lifting up to 25–50 lbs
- Requires close, distance, and peripheral vision with ability to adjust focus
- Full-Time: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Vacation, 401(k)
- Part-Time: Holidays, Sick Leave
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
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