Construction Operations Associate - Cns Construction : Job Details

A well-established and continuously growing general contracting company in Brooklyn is in search of a Construction Operations Associate who is experienced in private construction projects. The position will be responsible for the following: Manage client relationships from start to end. Attend and assist with pre-construction meetings with architects and clients. Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions to project plan. Prepare change orders. Follow up with supervisors on the status of projects. Coordinate scheduling of jobs and appointments. Write job estimates. Assist with responding to internal and external emails. Monitor and answer calls. Obtain prepayments from clients prior to start of work. Manage documents for obtaining DOB permits. Obtain quotes for materials and subcontractors. Organize and manage files for each project. Qualifications/Skills Bachelor's Degree, preferably in a relevant area. Native or bilingual fluency in English and Spanish. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Capacity to prioritize and meet deadlines. Strong computer skills, ability to learn and adapt to various databases. Strong knowledge of MS Word and Excel. Strong negotiating skills. Excellent customer service skills, able to establish and maintain strong professional relationships. Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction projects. 2 strong references from previous employers/project owners. Salary commensurate with experience. Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday to Friday Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Bonus/Commission: No