Job ID: 496407

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut. As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all!

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH is the company for you! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

Position Overview

Tilcon CT is seeking an Administrative Assistant who will play a critical role in supporting the Executive Assistant and our corporate headquarters across all administrative functions including travel coordination, meeting scheduling, upkeep of contacts and meeting notes as well as other ad hoc projects. The ideal candidate must have strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain balance among multiple priorities.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Screen incoming calls and determine the level of priority, while using caution in dispensing information
• Assist with the coordination and logistics of both internal and external meetings; assist with organizing all aspects for offsite conferences and external events, including catering, materials, etc.
• Communicate with internal team members and external partners on behalf of the Company.
• Organize meetings, including booking conference room space, ordering catering, organizing and facilitating agendas, preparing materials, and ensuring the availability of attendees.
• General office duties.
• Assist other departments as requested or assigned.
• Assist with ordering supplies and creating purchase orders
• Regular and timely attendance required.
• This position will be in New Britain and Newington locations with occasional travel to other sites

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

Education/Experience Required

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) with 5 years of practical work experience.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the preferred knowledge, skills and abilities.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly ethical, accountable, and able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all work performed.
• Knowledge of office procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Professional demeanor with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Able to multi-task and work well under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to deal effectively with questions or problems, seeking assistance when needed.

Competencies

• Safety, Integrity, Quality – formally and visibly demonstrate support and understanding of CRH and our core values.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Cultivates Innovation - Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
• Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Manages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
• Tech Savvy - Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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