Praxis Engineering · 9 hours ago
Executive Administrative Assistant
SB-Santa Maria Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$30/hr - $35/hr
4+ years expPraxis Engineering is a company that transforms ideas into action through thoughtful design and engineering. They are seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level executive and operational support to the Principal, managing priorities and ensuring deadlines are met.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringConstruction
Hiring Manager
Jens Amlie
Responsibilities
Serve as a key operational partner to the Principal with a strategic, detail-oriented approach
Manage the Principal’s calendar and priorities, proactively scheduling, rescheduling, and protecting time to support focus on high-impact work
Coordinate executive meetings and follow-ups, including agenda preparation, action-item tracking, and communication
Support logistics and coordination for Principal travel and hotel accommodations
Ensure proposals, documents, and files are professionally formatted, and aligned with standards
Maintain organized, stocked office, managing supplies, equipment, IT needs, and office tidiness
Review timecards, track billing timelines, and maintain accurate project data
Support proposal development, project wrap-ups, AP/AR follow-up, and general file organization
Qualification
Required
4+ years of office administration or executive assistant experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, calendar management, and general technology – familiarity with Ajera is a huge plus
Ability to work onsite in the Santa Barbara office
Proven ability to proactively solve problems, anticipate needs and improve processes
Strong prioritization, organization, and time-management skills
Clear, professional communicator with strong attention to detail
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off and holidays
401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match
Professional development support and leadership growth opportunities
A collaborative, people-first culture that emphasizes work-life balance and community impact
Company
Praxis Engineering
Praxis Engineering is a contracting company that provides architectural development, structural design and consulting services.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase