Qualifications THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING CORE SKILLS: • Working knowledge of support functions in the construction, trades, or related industries. The following areas are of particular interest: • General residential and commercial construction • HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical • Concrete construction • Roofing and siding • Electrical • Painting • Strong administrative and organizational skills with particular focus on: • Bids and proposals • Building and construction permitting process • Supplier and vendor relationships • Invoicing, billing, and collections • Professional verbal and written communication • Ability to multi-task • Ability to perform data entry and analysis • Minutes and notes taking • Calendar management and scheduling • Telephone and conference calling • Strong work ethic • Working knowledge of MS Office including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Powerpoint • Associates degree or some college preferred OTHER POSSIBLE SKILLS: • Bookkeeping • Proofreading • Online research • Social media monitoring and scheduling • Blog writing • Sales support • Travel research SPECIALIZED SKILLS: • Marketing • Web design • IT support and web maintenance (Wordpress, SquareSpace, etc.) • Internet marketing including email and forum management WORKING CONDITIONS • A workstation located in a room with a door to avoid distractions. • If necessary, babysitting services are arranged to provide a time slot of undisturbed, focused attention to details. REQUIRED EQUIPMENT • Laptop or desktop computer • High-speed internet connection • Mobile/smartphone device • Telephone connection • Tablet, iPad or similar (optional) • Printer