Administrative Assistant

Role Overview

• Supports day-to-day operations by performing administrative tasks for manager, department, or team.
• Develops and maintains customer-focused relationships with all stakeholders.
• Answers telephone calls and takes messages for manager, department, or team members.
• Ensures appropriate document control and compliance through filing, composing, and editing documents and reports for district office.
• Manages email and calendars on behalf of others.
• Assists with planning meetings and events, including arranging for catering, booking locations, and distributing information.
• Arranges travel, hotel, and car reservations and preparing travel itinerary.
• Orders office supplies for department as requested.
• Supports mail distribution and courier requests. (if applicable).
• Greets visitors and answering their questions, directing them to meeting rooms, and connecting them with employees. (if applicable).
• Mentors and coaches entry level administrative support staff. (if applicable)

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Associates or bachelor’s degree, diploma or certificate in office administration program considered an asset
• 3 years of experience as an administrative assistant
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to change
• Ability to act with discretion when handling confidential information
• Ability to effectively handle difficult situations and remain calm under pressure
• Ability to develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships
• Ability to create, edit, proofread, and format documents/presentations
• Intermediate skills in Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe, and OneNote.

Benefits

• Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
• Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
• Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• Health and lifestyle spending account options
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
• Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
• Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions