What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant position at Kimley-Horn?
Overview
Kimley-Horn, one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” has an exciting opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to join our team in Bellevue, WA! We are seeking a proactive self-starter to provide administrative support to our engineering teams!This is an in-office role at 10900 NE 8th St, Suites 1100, Bellevue, Washington (WA) 98004
The person enjoys organization, loves interacting with people, and remains flexible when plans change. Your strengths include keeping things in order, proof reading, and completing tasks efficiently. You are resourceful, can juggle multiple roles, and generate positive energy. You excel in uncertainty and enjoy creating innovative solutions. You should be thoughtful, an excellent writer, highly detail-focused, and eager to help and learn. This role involves a mix of administrative duties and projects like event planning and supporting marketing efforts.
Office schedule for this opportunity: Monday through Thursday 7:30 am –5:30 pm (1 hour lunch), and 7:30 am –11:30 am on Friday.
Responsibilities
- Assist with revising client proposal, contracts and fee estimates, scope of services, forms, progress reports, and other project documents
- Assist with producing exhibits, plans, project manuals, and database reports
- Compile meeting agendas, minutes, and other miscellaneous documents
- Attend project meetings to record minutes and action items
- Proactively manage Outlook calendars (meetings/call scheduling)
- Book travel arrangements and manage expense reports
- Support the office’s monthly invoicing activities
- Partner with other administrative staff and firm leaders
- Support reception activities including: answer/direct phone calls, send/receive packages, and greet visitors as needed
- Maintain and upkeep production rooms, supply rooms, and common areas
- Assist with event planning and coordination, including conference room set up
- Run occasional work-related errands during regular business hours
Qualifications
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- 4 years in a corporate/professional environment in an Administrative role; AEC or professional services experience highly preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (grammar/proofreading)
- Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite; PowerPoint skills highly preferred
- Professional, organized, client-oriented, and deadline driven
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality
- Able to anticipate needs and manage competing priorities
- Positive team player with commitment to quality
- Self-starter who can thrive in an environment where leaders often travel off site serving clients
- Contract management and billing experience preferred
- Valid driver's license for work-related travel tasks in Seattle area
Salary Range: $64,000 to $77,000 depending on applicable education & experience.
Why Kimley-Horn?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
Salary : $64,000 - $77,000