Project Administrative Assistant

Tetra Tech • Portland, OR

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About The Position

Tetra Tech is adding a Civil Engineer - Administrative Assistant - Engineering to our Water team based in Portland, OR. At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world. Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy. Tetra Tech has an immediate opening for an experienced Administrative Assistant/Project Assistant to support the Portland, OR office Water/Wastewater civil engineering staff.

Requirements

• 5+ years of recent experience in producing documents using advanced Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel.
• 5+ years of recent experience in producing documents using Adobe format applications.
• Recent experience working with senior level executives, project managers, and engineers.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain paper and electronic project files.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and independently manage multiple tasks to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to perform a variety of administrative tasks as needed.
• Previous experience in an engineering office is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary design teams for water and wastewater conveyance, pumping, and treatment projects.
• Perform daily general office administrative duties.
• Provide word processing assistance producing technical reports, specifications, and proposals.
• Assist with project set-up, development of health and safety plans, and invoicing.
• Support senior level executives, project managers, and engineers with document formatting and editorial quality control.
• Manage tight deadlines on a variety of submittals which may require flexible work schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services