CEI Contract Support Specialist / Assistant Project Administrator

About the Role

Eisman & Russo, Inc. is seeking a CEI Contract Support Specialist / Assistant Project Administrator to join their South Florida team, supporting projects throughout the Tri-County Area (Miami-Dade, Broward & Palm Beach Counties). This is an on-site, full-time position.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Administrator with daily project administration and coordination between field and office staff.
• Prepare and track progress and final estimates, quantities, and supporting payment documentation.
• Support Materials Acceptance and Certification (MAC) System input, materials documentation, EEO compliance, and construction contract changes.
• Maintain project records, correspondence, reports, meeting minutes, and tracking logs.
• Coordinate with contractors, CEI staff, and client representatives to ensure timely and accurate documentation.
• Exercise independent judgment in planning work details and making technical decisions related to the office aspects of the project.
• Follow applicable FDOT procedures and use necessary computer programs.
• Support project closeout and final documentation.
• Become proficient in Trimble Business Center – Heavy Construction Edition (HCE), or approved surface-to-surface comparison software, and Engineering Menu. This includes understanding designer-provided surfaces and field survey data, preparing survey data, and generating accurate earthwork quantities.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• FDOT and/or Florida’s Turnpike project experience preferred.
• Proficiency with project-related computer programs.
• Familiarity with FDOT construction procedures and documentation requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• For candidates with a degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management: No prior experience is required.
• For candidates without one of these degrees: Four years of CEI experience performing or assisting with project-related duties, including MAC System input, progress and final estimates, EEO compliance, and construction contract changes; OR two years of experience with 3D Modeling and CADD.

Required Certifications

• CTQP Final Estimates Level II
• CTQP Quality Control Manager
• FDOT Advanced MOT

Benefits

• 401(k) plan. Additional benefits and eligibility details will be discussed during the hiring process.