Reception & Administrative Assistant

Job title: Reception & Administrative Assistant

Job description: Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.

We are currently looking for a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant in our Calgary, Alberta office. This position will support the business functions for a group of world-class consulting engineers, performing administrative and office support activities including the preparation of technical documents and managing day-to-day office responsibilities. The position entails a moderate amount of physical exertion (lifting boxes of files and reports, and other items).

Your Role:

• Greet visitors to the office in a professional manner while notifying the appropriate staff members to facilitate timely meetings and appointments
• Operate the company’s phone system to route incoming calls to the proper location
• Formatting and proofreading reports, proposals, and correspondence to deliver exceptionally accurate documents that comply with corporate standards
• Creating and manipulating PDF documents using features of Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF software to assemble documents and insert links and bookmarks
• Facilitating file management for projects
• Maintaining the project archive and document library
• Planning logistics and preparing minutes for internal and client meetings
• Assisting with travel arrangements
• Completing expenses and timecards for staff
• Maintaining good working relationships with other Administrators
• Daily cleaning and tidying of boardrooms and kitchens
• Maintaining supplies for photocopiers and office equipment
• Other duties as necessary

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary certificate/diploma from a recognized office assistant or administrative assistant program preferred; applicants with a high school diploma with applicable administrative experience will also be considered
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, including spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills
• Ability to remain professional in all situations
• Excellent attention to detail
• Self-motivated, with strong time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and a strong work ethic

Additional Information

A requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some Tetra Tech positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.

A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.

To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on all pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be requried. As this position may be serving clients that have COVID-19 vaccination requirements for site access, we will be confirming your eligibility to comply with this requirement.

All qualified candidates will be considered for the role and will be eligible for relocation allowance if selected (and are located outside of Yellowknife).

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This is a permanent full-time, salaried position. We offer a great place to work, and an engaging culture that is based on innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Our compensation plan includes a competitive salary wtih a comprehensive benefits package, and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—21,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech’s core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women; First Nations Metis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; and persons with disabilities. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

Additional Information

• Organization: 704 EBA

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