Project Assistant

Overview

Project Assistant

Location: Seattle Area, WA (Redmond Office)

Pay: $23–$30/hour (depending on experience)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Company: Deacon Construction

Build Your Legacy with Us

Deacon Construction is looking for a Project Assistant to support our project teams in the Seattle area. This office-based role coordinates administrative and operational tasks throughout the life of construction projects across diverse markets, including Healthcare, Public-Sector, Industrial, Mixed-Use, Multifamily, Commercial Office, Hospitality, Senior Living, and Warehouse/Distribution.

If you have construction experience, enjoy managing details, and want to be a reliable resource for a collaborative team, we want to talk. This isn’t just a job—it's an opportunity to grow your career with one of the West Coast's leading general contractors.

• Support project teams—provide administrative and project support from startup through closeout
• Manage documentation—contracts, subcontracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and plan revisions
• Coordinate billing and payments—support customer invoicing, subcontractor payments, invoice review, and cost code verification
• Communicate with subs and vendors—coordinate proposals, materials, RFIs, submittals, and long lead items
• Handle logistics—permits, deposits, plan distribution, material ordering, and temporary facilities
• Support closeout—collect as-builts, warranties, and job books; archive project documents

• 1–2 years of experience in construction administration or project coordination
• Prior GC experience in commercial construction strongly preferred
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Clear communication skills—verbal and written
• Self-motivated and dependable—comfortable supporting multiple project team members in a fast-paced environment

• $23–$30/hour (depending on experience)
• Comprehensive benefits—medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off
• Career growth—we promote from within, and many of our leaders grew their careers at Deacon
• Women's Resource Group—mentorship, professional growth, and support for women across all roles
• Deacon Charitable Foundation—supporting causes strengthening our communities
• Team culture that celebrates wins—summer picnics, holiday parties, and regular team events

We re builders, collaborators, and problem-solvers. Since our founding, we ve grown by staying true to what matters:
Integrity, Teamwork, and Commitment to Excellence.

We invest in our people through mentorship, training, and clear advancement paths. When you join Deacon, you become part of a company that values your voice, rewards your hard work, and celebrates your success.

Ready to build something great? Apply Now

Deacon Construction is an equal opportunity employer.