Administrative Assistant

Discover a more connected Administrative Assistant career At VCI Construction , as a Administrative Assistant. The ability to multitask, while maintaining complex schedules and managing high level detailed administrative support, is essential in this position. The ideal candidate for this job is resourceful, a good problem solver, communicator, verbal / written and organized. Assuring a steady completion of workload in a timely manner is key to success in this position. Connecting you to great benefits

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays

Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)

401(k) w/ Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

What you’ll do as a Administrative Assistant

Issue PO's

Track receivers and Invoices to match with the PO's

Schedule Pre-Construction meetings and inspections through the City's Portals

Work with the San Diego Layout and Permit team to obtain Permits and track permit status. This requires sending off information received from an ATT tech to have a layout created and submitted for a permit.

Maintain electronic filing systems.

Records, filing and answering telephones.

Maintain project records.

Maintain subcontractor contacts.

Notify the Safety Department of crew locations.

Verify invoices to shippers.

Verify quotes to invoices.

Code invoices for project manager approval and issues and maintains PO log.

Maintain various job trackers. (Excel)

Provide assistance to Project Manager, Supervisors, and field employees as needed.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities (Internal Only)

Collect, assemble and report production weekly.

Process billing. (units/firm bid)

Update job tracking reports.

Print drawings, documentation, monitor, log, and submit new bids.

Collect timesheets and prepare a recap for payroll.

Check time sheets to ensure they are filled out correctly.

Coordinate with internal accounting staff to provide reports and forms as requested.

Reports weekly equipment usage to the equipment department.

LA County

Pursuant to the LA County Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance all job postings must include a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which the employer reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment. Below is the list to choose from:

Work independently with coworkers, customers, and others in places where interactions are unsupervised

Provide accurate and reliable information to others in the company

Requires a routine amount of driving for work, which must be performed safely

Requires safe and responsible computer and related technology use

What you’ll need

To be 18 years of age or older

Authorization to work in the United States for this company

At least 2-5 years relevant experience.

Computer literate, proficient with Microsoft suite. (Excel, Word, etc.)

Demonstrate proficiency with SAP, E-maps, FIM inventory maps, Google Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Maps, Mail, and Microsoft Project.

Organized.

Excellent communication skills verbal / written.

Fast learner.

Self-starter - Ability to work on their own, comfortable taking on responsibilities without having to be continually directed.

Good people skills. Able to comfortably interact with management, fellow employees, third parties, etc. in a positive manner.

Must be able to follow instructions and directions to perform job tasks.

Must help to solve problems as opposed to starting, adding to or feeding on them.

Ability to multitask several assignments simultaneously.

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Energized with a positive and outgoing personality

Demonstrates a strong capacity to quickly adapt by learning new skills and unlearning outdated ones

Additional qualifications (if applicable)

Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Construction industry experience.

Event planning experience.

Basic accounting background.

Salary Range $20 - $25 / hour (D.O.E)

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together

Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.