Administrative Assistant - Engineering Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Portland, OR (Job ID 50155)

Description

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding an Administrative Assistant - Engineering to our Water team based in Portland, OR. 

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world. 

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy. 

Tetra Tech has an immediate opening for an experienced Administrative Assistant/Project Assistant to support the Portland, OR office Water/Wastewater civil engineering staff. 

Your Role: 

• This is a part time to full-time position depending upon availability, experience and ability. 
• Perform daily general office administrative duties such as checking and delivering the mail/Fed Ex/UPS, copying, scanning, filing, file purging, binding reports, maintain office supply inventory, maintain the break room, coordinate with the Building owners for items such as minor repairs and lights, meeting minutes, coordinate office events and after hours emergency contact.
• Perform as the office safety officer tracking and maintaining safety equipment, developing safety plans on projects, coordinating with the company safety officer.
• Perform word processing assistance editing, formatting and producing technical reports, and specifications.;
• Assistance with project set-up, invoicing and file maintenance. 
• Periodically face tight deadlines on a variety of submittals which may require flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience using Adobe/Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Valid driver's license, an acceptable driving record and auto insurance required           
• Previous experience in an engineering office is preferred.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

·         Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.

·         Merit-based financial rewards.

·         Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.

·         Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.

·         Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. 

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

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