Construction Project Manager VA (Operations and Project Coordination)
PMs for Hire · Papillion, NE · 4 days ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
Core Responsibilities (real-world Execution)
- Project Coordination (TIMELINE & PROGRESS MANAGEMENT)
- Maintain active project schedules in JobTread and compare planned milestones with actual field progress.
- Assess schedule impacts when delays occur and communicate revised expectations promptly.
- Obtain missing information from superintendents, vendors, and stakeholders without being prompted.
- Address unclear project status updates before they develop into larger scheduling issues.
- JobTread Administration (PROJECT DATA ACCURACY)
- Maintain JobTread as the primary and most accurate project management system.
- Update incomplete, outdated, or conflicting information as soon as discrepancies are identified.
- Verify and reconcile differences between field activity and system records.
- Ensure budgets, schedules, RFIs, change orders, and project documentation reflect current jobsite conditions.
- Field Communication & Coordination (INFORMATION ALIGNMENT)
- Act as the communication bridge between Project Managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and field teams.
- Clarify inconsistent reports by communicating directly with involved parties.
- Closing information gaps when updates are delayed, incomplete, or unclear.
- Escalate issues only when coordination efforts cannot resolve them operationally.
- Vendor Coordination & Logistics (FOLLOW-THROUGH OWNERSHIP)
- Proactively communicate with vendors regarding deliveries, lead times, and constraints.
- Follow up consistently on pending deliveries and schedule commitments.
- Coordinate material arrivals with actual site readiness.
- Reduce disruptions caused by delivery timing conflicts or logistical delays.
- Permit & Compliance Administration (STATUS TRACKING)
- Monitor permits and approvals from submission through final issuance.
- Follow up with agencies and stakeholders to obtain status updates.
- Maintain organized compliance records and supporting documentation.
- Identify and communicate risks when approval delays may impact project schedules.
- Schedule Management (EXECUTION ALIGNMENT)
- Update master schedules as project conditions evolve.
- Identify variances between planned activities and actual site progress.
- Prevent scheduling conflicts from creating downstream operational impacts.
Requirements (non-negotiable)
- Previous experience in Construction Project Management, Project Coordination, or Construction Operations.
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing and project lifecycle execution.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve coordination issues independently.
- Comfortable working with minimal supervision.
- Able to make timely operational decisions without excessive approval dependency.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in fast-moving environments.
What This Role Is Not
- Not an administrative VA position focused solely on task completion.
- Not a passive coordinator waiting for instructions before responding.
- Not an architectural or engineering design role.
- Not a field supervision position managing labor crews on-site.
- Not a reporting-only function that observes issues without action.
- Not a role where escalation replaces ownership and problem-solving.
POSITION DETAILS
- Remote (Philippines-based)
- Independent contractor engagement
- Availability during US business hours required for coordination overlap
- Asynchronous work is acceptable, but responsiveness during active coordination periods is essential
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To apply, please answer the scenario below:
- Describe your actions during the first 60 minutes after becoming aware of the issue.
- Outline your process step by step.
We are evaluating:
- Speed of decision-making
- Coordination and problem-solving approach
- Ability to maintain execution control under uncertainty
- Clear thinking and practical judgment
Paid Time Off
HMO
Full Remote Work