Construction Project Assistant

About the role

At Maverik, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer adventures. The Construction Project Assistant is the behind-the-scenes force that keeps Maverik’s construction projects moving forward. In this role, you’ll coordinate schedules, track budgets and invoices, manage contracts, and help keep communication flowing between Construction Managers, vendors, and internal teams. You’ll be the central hub that ensures details don’t fall through the cracks and projects stay on track from early planning through store opening. This is a fast-paced, highly collaborative role where organization, follow-through, and a “get things done” mindset make all the difference. It’s a great entry point for someone looking to grow a career in construction operations and project management. Why this role matters: This role is essential to making Maverik’s growth happen—every remodel and new store depends on strong coordination, accurate tracking, and timely execution behind the scenes. By keeping projects organized and moving, you directly help bring new Maverik locations to life for customers and communities. The role is based at our Salt Lake City Headquarters.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to internal and external customers, respond to inquiries, and assist in resolving any issues pertaining to assigned jobs
• Working across multiple teams, and being the hub for recording and acting on all of the different needs across the organization
• Support Construction Managers in finalizing contracts and entering contracts into tracking software – staying informed and planning moving schedules for most efficient execution of schedules with varied vendors and subcontractors
• Coordinate end of project schedule, enabling a smooth transition into the hands of the operations team
• Enter and track pay applications for contractors- from submission and review through payment and reconciliation in the project budget
• Maintain daily report on the status and completion of tasks in tracking software
• Communicate necessary information to contractors & vendors to support project deadlines
• Finalize paperwork and jurisdictional items throughout life and upon completion of project

Requirements

• 1+ years of general administrative experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Comfortable switching and learning multiple applications and ensuring the costs are tracked and reconciled

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; Associate degree may also be considered

Benefits

• Full Health, Dental, and Vision Package with company contribution to cost
• In-Store and Fuel Discounts
• Retirement plan with company match (401K)
• Eligible for the annual incentive bonus program
• Profit Sharing: When Maverik succeeds, so do you. Team Members are eligible for annual profit sharing—our way of recognizing the important role you play in our success
• Comprehensive Paid Time-Off Policy, along with additional perks and benefits

Pay

Pay Range: $22.00/hr–$25.00/hr + DOE and Bonus Opportunities. The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Maverik considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers, such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule: four days in‑office and one remote day each week.