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Capital Planning Construction Administration

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Project Manager 1 - Construction Administration

Capital Planning

Reports To: Project Manager 3 Construction Administration

Exempt

Grade: 10

This Project Manager 1 position is a member of the MSBA's Construction Administration Team that manages MSBA-funded capital projects from design development through bidding, contract award, construction, commissioning, and project close-out. The Project Manager 1 works with a motivated team reporting to a Project Manager3 for major projects and repair projects. The Project Manager 1 works with public school districts and consultants as part of a MSBA team to ensure conformance with MSBA's policies, agreements, and practices for major projects and repair projects through design development, construction and final audit. The Project Manager 1 will also review district submittals that establish grants for the repair program.

• Monitor project schedules, budgets and scope for major construction and repair projects to ensure compliance with MSBA guidelines and funding agreements, and to track construction progress.
• Review monthly reimbursement requests for major construction and repair projects and recommend eligibility of project costs for reimbursement.
• Report on changes to the schematic design budget through the design development and bidding phases, process budget revisions, and review project cash flow for accuracy and variances.
• Review design development documents and prepare and issue review comments for major projects, identifying any variances to the agreed upon scope identified in the funding agreement.
• Review cost estimates, project scope and budget submittal to establish the grant for repair projects.
• Prepare and review change order documentation including recommendation of change order eligibility on major construction and repair projects.
• Review monthly project reports to understand submittal status, contract compliance, construction progress and identify variances. Utilize this information as well as lead site visits to inform MSBA reporting to the Board of Directors.
• Collaborate with the project team to review and make recommendations to improve MSBA processes and inform best practices for school construction.
• Lead in project meetings addressing project status, funding agreements, amendments and change orders.
• Collaborate with the project team to develop a schedule for the timely submittal of all final documents required for final audit of major construction and repair projects. Coordinate with the project team to resolve any outstanding items required and reconcile and approve the final payment.
• Participate in Capital Planning and Construction Administration subcommittees and procurement committees, on an as needed basis.
• Participate in the preparation, coordination and presentation of materials required for MSBA subcommittee, roundtables and Board of Director Meetings.

• Bachelor's degree in one of the following: project management, construction, architecture, engineering, or a related field.
• Two-to-five years of experience associated with construction, project management, building design or other applicable disciplines.
• Knowledge of construction project administration, contract compliance monitoring, change orders and construction methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks, involving complex and varying problems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and present complex technical information in a clear, concise, and understandable manner.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to project sites.

$78,425 - $86,267 a year

This job description is intended to be general and will evolve over time. The description is subject to periodic updating. At management's discretion, the employee may be assigned different or additional duties from time to time.

• Prepare and revise pleadings and other documents filed with the court. Understands and follow through with filing process, including manual filings and any e-filing process the court may require.
• Prepare documents for Trust Wills and Estates.
• Work closely with attorneys on preparing court filing and follow up with clients.
• Originate correspondence as directed, review and route incoming correspondence.
• Edit and post bills and manage filing.
• Create, scan and revise a variety of documents.

• Bachelor's degree preferred, as well as paralegal certificate.

• 3+ years of legal support experience preferably in family law or litigation practice area.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Must be highly organized and able to manage time extremely well.
• Ability to conduct multiple tasks and meet and exceed deadlines.

Client Job Title: Executive Assistant & Office Manager

Schedule: Fulltime, 40 hrs per week

Duration: 4 months

Hybrid/Remote: Hybrid (Onsite required 1–2 days/week in the Boston office, ideally Tue through Thu)

Office Manager Responsibilities'

• Serve as primary point of contact for the Boston office, including at least once-weekly onsite presence to manage mail, packages, and time-sensitive legal or government correspondence.
• Securely manage executive wet signature stamps and digital signature access, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Act as point of contact for office vendors and accounts and manage office inventory, including gift cards and new hire gifts.
• Partner with HR and DHA to coordinate employee equipment returns and provide administrative coverage support to additional executives as needed; notary capability preferred but not required.

Core Responsibilities'

• Analyze customer contracts for revenue elements and billing details.
• Enter and process sales orders into NetSuite in accordance with company procedures.
• Partner with Order-to-Cash cross functional teams (Sales, Legal, Sales Ops, Finance, and/or AR) to resolve order discrepancies or missing information.
• Cross check orders between and NetSuite to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls and business processes for all revenue recognition activities.
• Perform other ad hoc reporting requests as needed.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3-6 years of experience preferred
• Capable of presenting to senior leadership
• High energy level, enthusiastic, and eager to do what is necessary to be successful
• Excellent interpersonal, public presentation, written and communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly, to respond/react quickly to changing priorities and to be dedicated to completion of required tasks
• Thorough knowledge of company operations, policies, and procedures
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office: Windows, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests based on own judgment of importance/need to the department
• Willing to work unpredictable hours and work against deadlines

Granite delivers advanced communications and technology solutions to businesses and government agencies throughout the United States and Canada. We provide exceptional customized service with an emphasis on reliability and outstanding customer support and our customers include over 85 of the Fortune 100. Granite has over $1.85 Billion in revenue with more than 2,100 employees and is headquartered in Quincy, MA. Our mission is to be the leading telecommunications company wherever we offer services as well as provide an environment where the value of each individual is recognized and where each person has the opportunity to further their growth and achieve success.

Granite has been recognized by the Boston Business Journal as one of the "Healthiest Companies" in Massachusetts for the past 15 consecutive years.

Our offices have onsite fully equipped state of the art gyms for employees at zero cost.

Granite's philanthropy is unparalleled with over $300 million in donations to organizations such as Dana Farber Cancer Institute, The ALS Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association to name a few.

We have been consistently rated a "Fastest Growing Company" by Inc. Magazine.

Granite was named to Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Granite was recently named One of Forbes Best Employers for Diversity.

Our company's insurance package includes health, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, 401K retirement with company match, childcare benefits, tuition assistance, and more.

If you are a highly motivated individual who wants to grow your career with a fast paced and progressive company, Granite has countless opportunities for you.

EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Summary of Position:

A Small Business Representative provides customers with fast and reliable service and support to fit their business needs

Duties and Responsibilities:

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• Answer inbound phone calls and resolve customer inquiries in a timely and efficient manner
  
• Troubleshoot customer issues by coordinating with internal departments and vendors
  
• Document accurate and detailed information in Granite's customer accounts database
  
• Manage occasional short-term projects
  
• Will be required to complete the government clearance process once hired as a full- time/permanent Granite employee
  

Required Qualifications:

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• Excellent professional communication skills
  
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  • Verbal
    
  • Written
    
  • Interpersonal
    
  
  
  
• Comfortable in a fast-paced work environment
  
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
  
• Strong multitasking and time management skills
  
• Attention to detail
  
• Problem-solving/critical thinking skills
  
• Capability to make judgement calls under pressure to resolve customer issues
  
• Ability to work well independently, as well as within a team
  
• Will be required to complete the P2 government clearance process once hired as a full- time/permanent Granite employee
  

• Manage complex calendars for senior professionals, including scheduling meetings and coordinating logistics (conference rooms, security, and catering)
• Prepare for meetings by gathering and distributing materials
• Coordinate travel arrangements, including transportation and hotel bookings
• Process expense reports and maintain accurate records
• Maintain and update CRM/database information
• Monitor and manage email communications as needed
• Provide administrative support on team and departmental projects

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 2–4 years of administrative or executive support experience
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Proactive, reliable, and service-oriented with a positive attitude
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Strong judgment and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  

Responsible for performing all administrative duties associated with processing service contracts, customer changes and supporting the service sales department as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Reviews service contract booking packages. Includes completing customer number request forms, reviewing and completing Installed Base forms and verifying the service contract transmittal forms. Creates branch service file and mechanic file.
• Ensures that customer change forms are accurate and forwards to regional contract administrators. Completes service contract change requests and attaches all relevant information to existing contract.
• Verifies all information on new EDS sheets and updates contact information in service contracts. Searches databases, customers, Installed Base and service contracts for existing information.
• State of NH billing and compliance components will be a key part of this role.
• State billing and compliance support: State of NH invoicing and testing coordination, as well as ME state testing.
• Dispatch and scheduling support: Assist with daily dispatching, off-route activity, vacation coverage, and general schedule coordination. Participate in daily morning huddles to review sick units, labor availability, and scheduling adjustments.
• Receives and reviews final acceptances from construction and modernization departments. Processes owner and unit changes as necessary.
• Prints special deck invoices and mails to customers. Prints service contract invoices upon request from customers or branch.
• Participates in monthly A/R conference calls with Regional Collectors. Actively pursues and follows-up on A/R items.
• Prepares and submits credit memos. Actively cleanses unapplied credits and submits washout requests as necessary.
• Assists with processing certificates of insurance for service jobs.
• Maintains PCard for use by branch.
• Supports sales efforts as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains Board Inventory and conducts annual inventory
• Maintains safety SIR and uploads documents to SafeTKE
• AP- hand code invoices without PO-daily report-Expected receipts report
• Office Supplies/Forms
• UPS-shipping and statements
• Spreadsheet for cancellations to Branch Manager
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED
• One year certificate from college or technical school preferred
• Three to six months related experience and/or training in basic business administration
• Some elevator repair administrative work preferred
• Oracle database knowledge

Salary range is $55,000 - $70,000 paid hourly and the role offers an annual incentive program. Provided they meet all eligibility requirement under the applicable plan documents, employees will be offered

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Supplemental medical plans
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D
• Optional life and AD&D coverage
• Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
• Identity theft monitoring
• Pet insurance
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed.

Additional benefits include:

• 15 days of vacation per year
• 11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)
• Paid sick leave, per company policy
• Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment)

Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies.

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