Construction Assistant

Your organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment make you a great fit for our Construction Assistant position. Join our dynamic team today and find a rewarding career with a company that values you and all you bring to the table. About Your Role: As a Construction Assistant at Dollar Tree’s corporate office, you’ll provide essential support to multiple Construction Project Managers overseeing new store construction projects nationwide. Acting as a central point of coordination between internal teams, vendors, landlords, and General Contractors, you'll help ensure materials are ordered accurately, project schedules stay on track, and critical documentation is maintained throughout the construction process. Your day-to-day job duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Project & Vendor Coordination Support Construction Project Managers throughout the lifecycle of new store construction projectsOrder and communicate project material requirements to vendors using Lucernex and Ariba systemsCoordinate with vendors, General Contractors, and Project Managers to resolve scheduling, delivery, and installation issuesIdentify and escalate material, vendor, and project concerns as neededAssist with onboarding and training of new Project Managers, vendors, and contractors on company systems and processes Construction Administration Process Purchase Orders (POs), change orders, accruals, and material chargeback reconciliationsAccurately code vendor requisitions according to established accounting classificationsReview, distribute, and track construction memos and urgent change notices, ensuring timely posting to company systemsTrack project activity and timelines, ensuring accurate follow-up from project initiation through completionCreate facility records and close projects within company systems once stores are confirmed open Lease & Financial Support Submit Tenant Allowance (TA) requests to landlords with required supporting documentationTrack landlord communications and Tenant Allowance paymentsEscalate outstanding issues or payment delays and support audit preparation activitiesReview lease documents as necessary to ensure accurate processing of Tenant Allowance requests Documentation & Communication Manage a high volume of daily communications while maintaining professionalism and responsivenessRead and interpret basic floor plans and layout drawings to support project planning and order accuracyMaintain accurate project records, reports, and documentationDevelop familiarity with store fixture types and vendor relationships to support project execution Your Required Skills and Experience: High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred2+ years of administrative, construction support, project coordination, or vendor management experience preferredStrong written and verbal communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and OutlookAbility to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business demandsStrong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skillsExcellent attention to detail and follow-throughAbility to work independently and collaboratively within a team environmentProfessional demeanor and ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external partners Preferred Requirements: Knowledge of the construction industryConstruction administrative experienceFamiliarity with store construction, fixturing, planning, operations, or merchandisingExperience with Lucernex, Ariba, Accruent, or similar project management and procurement systemsAbility to read and interpret construction drawings and floor plans Our success is a team effort — when we reach our goals, you’ll be eligible for a yearly bonus! Start Rate = $18.00 - $20.00 based on experience Your Perks and Benefits: We offer a wide variety of rewards to support your health, wealth, and mental well-being. In addition to medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance, we offer: Employee Assistance ProgramRetirement plans with matching contributionEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramEducational AssistanceAccess to PerkSpot, an employee discount platform for goods and servicesAnd much more! Full time 500 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320 Real Estate Administration Dollar Tree