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Design/Administrative Assistant

Classic Remodeling & Construction, Inc. is a design-build remodeling firm located in Charleston, SC. We specialize exclusively in high-end, residential remodeling with projects ranging from kitchens and bathrooms to additions, whole house remodels, and outdoor spaces.

We are currently looking to add a Design/Administrative Assistant to our team. This position will provide support to the design department as well as manage other marketing and administrative tasks as necessary. The ideal candidate will have some design experience and familiarity with the construction industry.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Design Support:

• Assist clients with product selection and create digital design presentations.
• Assist with scheduling of pre-construction walk-throughs and other various meetings for the designers.
• Assist designers prepare for client meetings and attend as requested, document requests, changes, decisions, etc.
• Assist with pre-design research, including photographing and measuring projects as requested.
• Assist with design research and tracking down fixtures to match clients’ wishes.
• Coordinate the delivery of contract documents to homeowners for signature and follow-up to ensure receipt and return of signed documents.
• Prepare project binders for the production team.
• Maintain in-house showroom to ensure current/relevant products are available and discontinued items have been removed, this includes the printed materials throughout the office.
• Assist with permitting and GIS research.

Administrative:

• Answer incoming calls and direct messages as appropriate.
• Enter all-new lead information into the contact management system.
• Routinely check and restock office supplies.
• Be a friendly face, greet all visitors to the office, and communicate with coworkers when someone has arrived for a scheduled meeting.
• Direct or handle any office maintenance tasks and maintain office organization.

Marketing:

• Manage inventory of Classic logo apparel and branded materials, and coordinate with printers when needed.
• Manage client satisfaction survey process.
• Schedule photography of finished projects and stage homes for shoots.
• Update the marketing newsletter monthly (the content will be written for you).
• Serve as point of contact for marketing vendors (writers, graphic designers, web developers, publications, etc.) and ensure materials are submitted by deadlines.
• Ensure the health of the website and communicate any issues that arise to the web development team.
• Monitor our social media platforms (we have a marketing company that manages our content).
• Plan and execute any company events (you will have assistance from coworkers in planning these events).

Skills & Abilities:

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop effective relationships with clients, fellow team members, representatives, and subcontractors.
• Self-starter, willing to help where needed.

Education and Experience:

1 year of residential design experience.

Experience with computer programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Experience in Chief Architect and Sketchup is preferred but not required.

To Apply view the job posting on Indeed or send your resume to dreams@classicremodeling.com.

The Project Craftsman/Lead Carpenter is responsible for producing remodeling projects on time and within budget. Our Project Craftsman/Lead Carpenters must be able to provide hands-on production of the project from start to finish, read and interpret plans, and maintain project schedules and budgets. The individual in this role is also responsible for managing other employees and specialty trade contractors when they are on your project, ensuring Classic’s policies and standards are upheld.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on production of the projects from start to finish. This includes, but is not limited to, demolition, foundation layout, framing and structure formation, siding and exterior trim, decks and porches, window and exterior door installation, roofing and flashing, interior millwork and doors, cabinet installation, wood flooring installation, hardware installation, appliance installation, and final detailing/cleanup.
• Read, interpret, and update paperwork throughout the course of the project.
• Contribute to the development of a project schedule for each project.
• Serve as first point of contact for the Client throughout the project, answering all questions honestly and consulting with Project Consultant and/or Project Manager when needed.
• Participate in the project meetings with the client, Project Consultant, and Project Manager.
• Manage carpenters, laborers, and specialty trade contractors on your project to ensure work is performed correctly and Classic job-site policies are followed.
• Order all standard in-stock materials. Create a material take-off and place order in a timely fashion.
• Ensure job-site remains neat and orderly.

Job Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years carpentry experience, including knowledge of all phases of residential remodeling and construction
• Extensive rough carpentry experience OR extensive finish carpentry experience
• Good working knowledge of all related building trades
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Motivated self-started with an ability to plan ahead
• Ability to interact and communicate well with clients, employees, specialty trade contractors and vendors
• Problem-solver

To apply, email your resume to the email below or visit us on Indeed.

The carpenter acts as a primary support carpenter for the Lead Carpenter/Project Craftsman. Our carpenters are required to provide hands-on production of our projects from start to finish.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ability to assist with all phases of residential remodeling and construction including:

• Rough carpentry (demolition, foundations and framing)
• Finish carpentry (interior/exterior trim, installation of hardware and appliances)
• Quality control of all related building trades

Job Skills & Qualifications:

• 2 years experience in remodeling or construction preferred
• Motivated self-starter
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license and clean driving record are required.
• Must have tools and reliable transportation.

Classic Remodeling works with sub-contractors on various trades, including but not limited to tile installation, painting, electricians and plumbers. Any sub-contractor working for Classic Remodeling must be licensed and insured (general liability and worker’s comp).

If you are interested in speaking with us about coming on as a sub-contractor, please contact us.