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Administrative Manager

Sellen Construction
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
Description

Join Sellen’s Team. Come Build with Us.

The Administrative Manager leads Sellen's Administrative service team and oversees the day-to-day operations of the office and facility. This role is equal parts people leader and operations manager - developing and coaching a team of administrative professionals while ensuring the systems, processes, and spaces that support project teams run smoothly. This position partners closely with the Director of Executive Office to set department priorities, drive continuous improvement, and deliver a high standard of internal service across the organization.

You must have proven Administrative Leadership skills, along with Office and Facility Management experience.

  • This position is located in our South Lake Union office in Seattle, WA, full-time (7am-4pm, Mon-Fri). We offer free office parking for this position.
  • This role requires being the building's main point of contact for after hours emergency response. Also, flexibility is required for after hours support for urgent project deadlines.
  • You must be able to pass a motor vehicle record check for driving authorization of Sellen's vehicles.

Your Qualifications

  • 3 years of construction industry experience in an office support position handling a variety of administrative tasks.
  • 2 years' supervisory or management experience.
  • High school diploma or equivalent combination of experience and education required.

KNOWLEDGE

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and the full suite of applications in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Proficient with Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam software.
  • Knowledge of Procore (preferred).
  • Experience with at least one standard business accounting program.

Skills

  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.

Abilities

  • Prioritize, manage assignments, expectations, and delivery from individuals on the Administrative Service team.
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with project teams and vendors to coordinate deliverables/deadlines.
  • Communicate comfortably and effectively with diverse groups of people.
  • Lead, train, coach others.
  • Work with minimal supervision.
  • Solve problems effectively and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

The full salary range for this position is $84,000 to $105,000. New hires typically start between $84,000 to $98,500, depending on direct professional experience and qualifications. The bonus target for this role is 7.5% of annual base earnings. Learn more about Sellen's Fair Pay Workplace certification, our bonus plan, and other rewards and benefit programs here.

About Sellen

Sellen's purpose is to improve the lives of those around us - as builders, partners and neighbors. Our goal is to hire the best talent and develop the strongest project teams in the industry. If you bring strong skills, thrive in a project environment, and enjoy team spirit and collaboration, please introduce yourself.

Our Benefits

At Sellen, we provide our team members with an environment that promises safety, stability, and values mental health. Competitive benefits including 401(k) with up to 9.5% employer contribution, health insurance, health savings contributions, tuition benefits, and more. Sellen is the first general contractor in the country to receive the Fair Pay Workplace Certification, which ensures we are paying our people equitable across gender and race.

Our Culture & Reputation

Doing things the "Sellen Way" means being good at our craft, doing what's right, and caring for one another. As a local, employee-owned company, based in the Pacific Northwest for 80 years, we live, work and raise our families here, and Sellen is committed to actively supporting our community and our people.

Our DEI Commitment

We recognize the impact Sellen can make in creating a more diverse A/E/C industry. We envision a diverse workforce where people of color, women, LGBTQIA , and other underrepresented and historically underestimated populations are reflected at all levels.

Sellen is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Salary : $84,000 - $98,500

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