Project Administrator

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America’s premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.

McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?
We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Job Summary: 

McCarthy is seeking a Project Administrator to join our Houston Commercial Business Unit. The Project Administrator reports to the Project Manager and is responsible for office support, accounting administration and reporting necessary to keep projects running smoothly. Will work in conjunction with Project teams in a very fast-paced environment.

Office Support:

• Assist Staff in project closeout responsibilities, including archiving of files.
• Become familiar with and utilize Field and Job Cost Procedures
• Keep Project Directory, Master File Index, and Subcontractor Index updated and current.
• Maintain filing system (Job site requirements and distribution of Division Office copies).
• Maintain office supplies/equipment, ordering and scheduling maintenance as necessary.
• Open and distribute all incoming mail to Project Staff and respective Division Offices and package/distribute outgoing mail.
• Answer/direct incoming calls and take messages as necessary.

Accounting Administration: 

• Assist Project staff with accounting and maintenance of cost reports.
• Set up vendor accounts for the Field Office as required.
• Process (or assist in processing) weekly payroll.
• Assemble Monthly Pay Requests to Owner.
• Process monthly billings from Subcontractors.
• Assist Project staff with maintaining Project Management Database

Reporting: 

• Produce manpower summary reports (from daily logs furnished by Superintendent).
• Assist staff in assembling Progress Reports to the Owner.
• Process new hire trade employees according to Policies and Procedure manual.
• Track and maintain subcontractor and supplier records / requirements.
• Assist staff in maintaining the Project Management Database.

Qualifications: 

• Must have 4+ years clerical/administrative experience preferably in the construction industry.
• Must have excellent computer skills and be able to demonstrate proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced office environment, able to multi task, meet critical deadlines with eye for accuracy and attention to details.
• Ability to work with all levels of project staff and organization
• Experience with Oracle a plus

McCarthy Building Companies is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.