Job Description

Construction Administrative Assistant - Lombard Area, IL

Our team is filled with innovators, over achievers, and difference makers-hard working professionals who care about their work, their communities, and the lives of people around them. The positive, charismatic nature of the people behind SAFEbuilt fuels our commitment to keeping our communities strong and safely built. Join us and discover unbounded opportunities for a meaningful and rewarding career.

We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Construction Administrative Assistant to join our team of professionals. This position offers great opportunity for dynamic, motivated self-starters to work on a variety of work assignments. You'll be a member of our highly respected team of professionals with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

* Interfacing with all customers to service their building department related needs.

* Issuing and/or tracking permits through the permitting process, beginning with application acceptance, plan review, inspections and permit closure.

* Establishing and maintaining systems to ensure that all files, letters, reference manuals, field inspection reports, permit files, blueprints, drawings, and other data or material is maintained in an organized fashion.

* Working with plans examiners and inspectors throughout the company to develop and ensure consistent processes.

* 20-30% local travel

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

* Possess the ability to positively interact with the other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele.

* Good time management, organization, telephone, attention to detail, and people skills.

* Must be able to perform multi-task operations with frequent interruptions.

* Perform a variety of duties requiring use of independent judgment and technical knowledge.

* Excellent Microsoft Office Skills and permitting software experience are a must.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

* 2+ years of administrative experience required

* Building and/or construction knowledge or background strongly preferred

* Customer service experience required

* Permitting and/or municipal experience strongly preferred

* ICC Permit Technician Certification a plus

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: SAFEbuilt pays competitive wages and has a comprehensive benefit offering. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, matching 401K Plans, wellness programs and more. SAFEbuilt is committed to Career Progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses. Hourly rate $19-$25/hour.

More About SAFEbuilt:

Our employees are our greatest asset, with exceptionally certified individuals in all departments, including Planning & Zoning, Code Enforcement, Fire Prevention, and Engineering, as well as full-service and supplemental Building Department services. SAFEbuilt invests in developing our employees, exploring innovative technology, and giving back to our communities.

In partnership with over 1200 communities, our talented experts make a difference in the cities and towns where we live and work. Through quality people and consistent service, SAFEbuilt plays an important role in continually improving lives by developing safe, thriving communities.

SAFEbuilt is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at jobs@safebuilt.com or you may call us directly on 970-292-2200.

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