Virtual Construction Assistants
Virtual Construction Assistants
Virtual Construction Assistants is a construction-focused recruitment and staffing agency that connects companies with remote professionals for essential administrative and operational work. Its talent pool includes virtual assistants, engineers, architects, bookkeepers, and project managers, helping construction businesses address staffing gaps, support day-to-day workflows, and manage operations more efficiently.

Bilingual Project Engineer (Spanish/English) – Remote Colombia

Support construction projects from startup through closeout by managing RFIs, submittals, documentation, pricing requests, and project records. Coordinate remotely with Spanish- and English-speaking subcontractors, suppliers, and project managers.

Description

  • Support project managers during startup by organizing project files, distributing contracts, and verifying subcontractor onboarding requirements
  • Assist with closeout activities, including punch lists, document collection, warranty tracking, and final submissions
  • Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to confirm scope, collect documents, and resolve outstanding items
  • Monitor pending deliverables and alert project managers to potential delays
  • Prepare, distribute, follow up on, and log RFIs and submittals
  • Obtain and review shop drawings while coordinating their review and approval status with project managers and subcontractors
  • Keep documentation accurate, organized, and current across active projects
  • Maintain project information in cloud-based systems, including RFIs, submittals, drawings, and project logs
  • Support pricing and budget tracking by collecting quotes and organizing cost information

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field preferred
  • Fluency in Spanish and English required
  • Demonstrated experience in construction project management or a comparable role
  • Working knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations
  • Strong organizational and time-management capabilities
  • Clear, effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office
  • Experience with estimating and scheduling software and platforms used in construction

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