Construction Site Administrator

Job Type: Location Type: On-site

 

Overview

Kurita America is part of the Kurita Group, one of the leading water solutions providers in the world. Established in 1949, the Kurita Group is comprised of an international network of approximately 8000 employees located in 18 countries.

Located in Minneapolis, MN, Kurita America brings innovations to market through a holistic water management approach, incorporating state-of-the art equipment, chemistries, engineering, and services to conserve natural resources for a better, more sustainable world.

Kurita’s corporate philosophy is to study the properties of water, master them and create an environment in which nature and humanity are in harmony

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Construction Site Administrator to support daily administrative operations at our construction site.

This role plays a key part in ensuring smooth communication and efficient document management between site staff, subcontractors, and the office.

Starting in April 2026, the Phoenix Office will be established. After the completion of the construction period, the role will transition to an administrative position at the office.

Title: Construction Site Administrator

Location: Phoenix

Pay: $25 – $30/hr

On-Site – Project Office 5 days /week

Travel – N/A

Responsibilities

• Perform general administrative and clerical duties at the site office
• Prepare, organize, and manage construction-related documents
• Support document preparation for the Site Manager and other Supervisors (construction personnel)
• Prepare, manage, and maintain site management documents and records
• Arrange the purchase of leased equipment and consumable materials for the site, and process related expense reimbursements
• Check and follow up on delivery schedules for KAI-procured items
• Provide guidance and support to KWI business travelers, including accommodation and transportation arrangements
• Assist in the preparation of procurement-related documentation for KAI
• Answer phone calls and greet visitors
• Communicate and coordinate with subcontractors and vendors
• Process invoices, receipts, and simple accounting support
• Order and manage office supplies and site materials
• Support document preparation for the Site Manager and other Supervisors (construction personnel)
• No advanced construction knowledge is required at the time of hiring.
• Necessary knowledge will be provided on the job.

Qualifications

Education & Work Experience
• Required Qualifications

• Basic PC skills (Word, Excel, email)
• Good communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work carefully and accurately with documents
• Basic PC skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Document preparation, data organization, and filing skills
• Effective communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Professional manners for visitor reception and telephone handling

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the construction industry
• Experience as a site clerk, administrative assistant, or office staff
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Candidates with Japanese language proficiency will be given preference.
• Candidates with Japanese language proficiency may be asked to provide interpretation support

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities