Administrative Coordinator
Laconia, NH - USA
Job Summary
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
At Salas OBrien we tell our clients that were engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. We are committed to living our values every day through collaboration ownership innovation and a focus on creating lasting impact for our clients our communities and each other.
About Us
Founded in 1975 Salas OBrien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients our team and the world. We provide integrated engineering and consulting services across numerous industries including education healthcare science and technology commercial clean energy and infrastructure. Our success is driven by talented professionals across engineering operations finance human resources information technology marketing and business development who work together to deliver exceptional results.
Job Summary
You are a highly organized professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. You enjoy supporting project teams managing multiple priorities and ensuring office operations and project deliverables are completed efficiently and accurately. You take pride in providing exceptional internal and external customer service while contributing to a positive workplace culture.
The Job
Our office in Laconia NH is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to provide administrative project coordination document management and office operations support for a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting team. We are looking for a motivated professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and supporting a team committed to excellence.
Position Summary
The Administrative Coordinator provides administrative project coordination document management and office operations support for a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting team. This role partners with engineers project managers commissioning personnel and corporate staff to support project deliverables office operations and exceptional customer service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Office Administration & Reception
- Serve as the primary point of contact for incoming office communications including coverage of the main office telephone line and visitor reception.
- Greet and assist clients vendors employees and visitors in a professional and customer-focused manner.
- Provide support regarding conference room scheduling meeting logistics and office resources.
- Coordinate and track the use of shared office assets including company camera equipment office keys and parking passes.
- Provide backup support for mailroom office supply and other related functions as needed.
- Assist with Lunch & Learn events vendor visits training sessions and meeting logistics including room setup and audiovisual support.
Project Documentation & Deliverable Coordination
- Coordinate the preparation formatting quality review assembly and distribution of project specifications and technical documents.
- Prepare and package project deliverables including Schematic Design (SD) Reports Basis of Design (BoD) Reports Arc Flash Studies and other project documentation.
- Coordinate and format narratives and supporting documentation for addenda bulletins ASIs CCDs RFIs and other construction administration activities.
- Edit format and distribute project correspondence including memorandums letters transmittals meeting agendas meeting minutes and client communications.
- Assist project teams with permit submission packages including affidavits narratives energy compliance documentation and related materials.
- Distribute scan organize and maintain project-related documentation including payment applications change orders contracts and owner/contractor correspondence.
- Support the maintenance and updating of company master specifications.
Project Team & Information Management
- Create maintain and update project team directories directory template and project email distribution groups.
- Maintain project file systems and electronic records in accordance with company standards.
- Download and organize project photographs.
- Prepare and distribute the weekly project deadline calendar.
Technical & Team Support
- Provide administrative and document production support to engineering commissioning and construction administration staff.
- Assist staff with document formatting Microsoft Office applications and other routine software-related issues.
- Support project teams in meeting document production schedules and client deliverable deadlines.
- Support commissioning personnel with the preparation formatting editing and distribution of meeting minutes field reports final reports submittal letters and project correspondence.
Employee Engagement & Office Culture
- Assist with the coordination and logistical support of employee recognition programs wellness initiatives seasonal celebrations team-building activities and other employee engagement events.
- Coordinate event logistics vendor communications scheduling materials and related administrative tasks for employee and office activities.
- Assist HR and office leadership with special projects administrative initiatives employee programs and company events as assigned.
- Support community outreach charitable initiatives and company-sponsored employee activities.
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Business Administration Office Management Communications or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- Three to five years of administrative project coordination document control or professional office support experience preferably within an engineering architecture construction or professional services environment.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint Procore Adobe InDesign AIA Contract Documents or similar project/document management systems preferred.
- Strong document formatting editing and quality control skills.
- Excellent organizational communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated professionalism confidentiality and sound judgment.
Key Competencies
- Administration & Office Operations
- Project Coordination
- Document Control & Quality Assurance
- Client Service & Communication
- Organization & Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Professional Judgment & Confidentiality
Why Work for Salas OBrien
With a culture built on ownership collaboration and professional growth Salas OBrien offers employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building rewarding careers.
Our employees enjoy:
- A variety of projects and clients
- Collaboration with industry experts
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- An ownership-driven culture
- Employee ownership opportunities
- Competitive compensation and benefits
We also offer comprehensive benefits professional development and licensure reimbursement flexible work arrangements and resources that support employee well-being.
Location: Laconia NH
Travel: Minimal to none
Compensation & Benefits:
The expected base hourly range for this role is $25.00 - $30.00USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors including skills experience qualifications and location.
This role is also eligible forperformance-based bonuses and a comprehensiveU.S. basedbenefits package including:
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
For more information visit our full benefits overview here. Salas OBrien US Benefits Website
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas OBrien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Salas OBrien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Third-Party Agency Notice
Salas OBrien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and technical consulting firm. We deliver impactful, sustainable solutions for the built environment.