Description:

Our client is seeking a executive assistant & coordinator for their office in Newport News VA. This person will be a part of their preconstruction team and work closely with department leadership to further the department’s process improvement goals and standardization efforts. Additionally, this role will provide support as needed in day-to-day operations of the Estimating department, including bid solicitation, trade partner procurement, and related preconstruction activities. The successful applicant will be a valued member of our team working alongside Preconstruction leadership and Project Estimators to ensure the success of each project, as well as the overall advancement of the department. Seeking candidates with five years’ experience in an administrative capacity in a construction management or general contracting environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Positive attitude and team mentality
• Demonstrated experience in problem solving and strategic process improvement
• Ability to manage competing priorities and shift focus as needed to accommodate external deadlines
• Strong written communication skills
• Confident verbal communication

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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