Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from LJA Engineering, Inc.
Job overview
The Admin Assistant - Transportation at LJA Engineering, Inc. provides essential administrative support to various workgroups, contributing to the smooth operation and success of the transportation division.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves project and department administration, preparing and editing business correspondence, scheduling meetings and travel, assisting with billing and credit card reconciliation, troubleshooting office equipment, and coordinating office events.
Experience and skills
Requires 7+ years of experience, strong skills in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, excellent proofreading and communication skills, and preferably experience in an engineering consulting firm with an associate degree or industry experience.
Work environment and culture
LJA Engineering is a 100% employee-owned company promoting an entrepreneurial spirit and long-term professional and financial success for its employees.
Company information
LJA Engineering, Inc. is a large employee-owned engineering firm with over 70 office locations and nearly 3,000 employee-owners, focused on growth and talent development.
Company overview
LJA Engineering is a multidisciplinary, full-service engineering consultancy headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company specializes in delivering purpose-driven projects across various sectors, including civil, structural, and electrical engineering, as well as hydrology, planning, and landscape architecture. LJA operates on an employee-ownership model, which fosters a strong sense of ownership and accountability among its staff. The firm has been actively expanding its presence, with notable growth in regions like South Carolina. LJA's commitment to excellence is reflected in its comprehensive service offerings and strategic regional expansions.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your extensive administrative support experience, particularly in coordinating projects and handling diverse office tasks within a transportation or engineering environment.
Highlight your proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, as well as your strong proofreading and editing skills to align with the job's communication demands.
Apply through multiple platforms including LJA's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and increase your chances of being noticed.
Connect with current employees in LJA's Transportation division on LinkedIn, initiating conversations by referencing recent company growth or expressing interest in their entrepreneurial culture as ice breakers.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'project coordination,' 'document preparation,' 'billing,' 'scheduling,' and 'office support' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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