Walker Consultants · 1 day ago
Administrative Assistant
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$30/hr - $33/hrWalker Consultants is a leader in the parking industry providing a wide range of engineering and architecture services. They are seeking a highly organized and proactive Administrative Coordinator to support their team with various tasks including telephone coverage, document editing, and project assistance.
ConsultingIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Provide incoming telephone coverage when required
Edit Word and Excel documents as required by the professional staff. The work performed may at times be of a confidential nature
Proofread your work and work from others for accuracy to ensure correct spelling, grammar, content, and style
Assist with proposal/project opening processes & data entry
Arrange travel when necessary
May serve as backup for time and expense data entry
Help with Accounts Receivable collections
Process project information for shipment via FedEx (i.e., generating shipment labels), which may require lifting in excess of 20 pounds
Maintain inventory of office supplies and order as needed. This may include unpacking supplies, which may require lifting in excess of 20 pounds
Maintain office cleanliness, including but not limited to all common areas, conference rooms, wellness room, and storage areas
Complete or assist with special projects and event preparations as required
Prepare management reports as needed
Record opportunities, plans, and projects in Deltek as required
May provide backup for additional clerical duties when needed
Various tasks are required to keep a professional office running smoothly
Qualification
Required
Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree required
Background in architecture or engineering preferred; familiarity with A/E terminology and processes is a plus
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong office, computer, and internet research skills
Ability to train others in system usage and office procedures
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both virtually and in person
Excellent grammar, spelling, formatting, proofreading, and document preparation skills
High-level multitasking and time management skills
Ability to balance and prioritize short-term deadlines across multiple offices
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Anticipates needs and takes initiative
Resourceful, quick-thinking, and adaptable to changing priorities under time pressure
Motivated, positive attitude, and willingness to help
Patience and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
Maturity to maintain confidentiality of information
Ability and willingness to unpack office supplies, including boxes of paper weighing 20+ pounds
Preferred
Prior administrative experience in an architecture/engineering (A/E) setting
Deltek experience is a plus
Benefits
Annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!
Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
Mental wellness benefits
Health Savings Account with company contribution
401(k) with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
529 college savings plan
A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs
Paid community involvement hours
Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships
Internal conferences and professional development opportunities
Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups
Company
Walker Consultants
A structural engineering firm.
Founded in 1965
201-500 employees
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