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Project Assistant

  1. Cities & development, Project, programme & cost management, Transportation
  2. Norman
NA-003660

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Atkins is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years.

Atkins has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

Atkins seeks an energetic and highly motivated self-starter to join our Houston, TX Construction Management Group as a Project Assistant.


MAJOR FUNCTION/ROLE

Provides basic clerical support to team of professionals and managers. May function as a receptionist for department or office and be responsible for collecting, sorting and distributing mail to department or office personnel.


JOB DUTIES

  • Answers phones and transmits messages.
  • Files documents and correspondence.
  • Makes photocopies and sends or receives e-mails, fax transmissions and other electronic communications.
  • Types labels, forms, letters, memos and other documents using personal computer and appropriate word processing software, as instructed.
  • Opens, stamps and distributes mail and assists with U.S. mailings and FedEx packages.
  • Enters data into electronic spreadsheets or databases.
  • Maintains and distributes recurring internal reports.
  • Updates monthly office calendar as needed.
  • Makes travel and meeting arrangements, as instructed.
  • May help out with business functions, e.g., planning and setting up room for meetings, luncheons, or presentations.
  • May order, distribute and store office supplies.
  • May be required to run errands or make deliveries outside of the office.
  • Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma (or equivalent) plus one year related experience.


SPECIAL SKILLS

Good command of English grammar and spelling. Good organizational skills. Typing skills. Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Outlook and Excel.


PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS

None.


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form. Ability to process paper/electronic documents and operate computer keyboard. Ability to retrieve and file documents and make photocopies.


Atkins offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, legal, hospitalization and other valuable voluntary options; generous time-off programs; flexible work schedules; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities through our corporate university, as well as a highly-regarded tuition reimbursement program; and an unmatched culture focused on client-service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do. Atkins is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

Please view Atkins Equal Opportunity Statement here:

https://careers.snclavalin.com/equal-opportunities-statement

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