Technical Assistant

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.

We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.

This is a seconded position, meaning the selected candidate will be employed by ITAC but work full-time on assignment with one of our clients. While day-to-day responsibilities will be managed on-site with the client, ITAC provides ongoing support, resources, and benefits as your employer. This position is for an estimated duration of six (6) months with the potential to extend, and requires the employee to be on the client's Kings Mountain, NC site three (3) days each week. Please only apply if these requirements are agreeable to you.

Objective

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Technical Assistant to join our team. This role is pivotal in supporting the Project Director and project leadership personnel in ensuring the smooth execution of various technical and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, multi-skilled professional with a strong ability to work autonomously and interact effectively with diverse teams across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Meeting Coordination: Schedule and organize meetings, ensuring all logistical details are managed efficiently.
• Action Follow-Up: Track and follow up on action items to ensure timely completion.
• Meeting Documentation: Take detailed notes and create summaries or action tracker after meetings, ensuring accurate and comprehensive records.
• Schedule Management: Understand and use project schedules, to anticipate the mayor activities, and verify progress of some of them.
• Technical Documentation: Help with review of technical documents, provide insightful comments, and ensure compliance with project standards. Support document control and retention activities.
• Executive Presentations: Develop and deliver high-quality executive presentations that effectively communicate project progress and outcomes.
• Software Management: Utilize SAP and Microsoft Project, those in addition from the basic platform of Microsoft office.
• Other administrative duties:
• Support travel planning for project personnel to different locations and help coordinate schedules for site visits.
• Coordinate site maintenance activities as required.
• Support timekeeping activities for project personnel.
• Support purchase requisition process as required.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the mining or manufacturing industry.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Project is essential.
• Autonomy: Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong disposition to collaborate with various teams.
• Energy and Multitasking: High energy levels and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Project management: Proficient in the process of FEL Project Management.
• Certification: Highly decided PMP Certification
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.

From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401k & ESOP
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Sick Time Off
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Wellness Program
• Mentorship Program
• Safety Incentive Program
• 24/7 Chaplain Care