Administrative Assistant
Main Office (Bethesda, MD)
Language
Department
500
Location
Main Office
Position Type
Full Time
Salary
Requisition
2025-23
Date
2025.05.06
Description
The Administrative Assistant provides essential support to the “Get Work” side of the business, helping ensure smooth and efficient operations across business development, marketing, and preconstruction functions. This role is responsible for a variety of administrative tasks that contribute to maintaining organized systems, facilitating client engagement, and supporting internal teams in pursuit efforts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
•Maintain licenses and registrations across procurement sites, including proactively managing renewals and ensuring compliance
•Input and manage data in the Client Relationship Management (CRM) system, Dynamics, and generate reports as needed
•Provide support to the Client Care program in partnership with internal team members and a third-party vendor, including tracking and reporting on engagement metrics
•Create and maintain a standardized file structure within SharePoint for all new pursuits and projects, ensuring consistent documentation
•Request bid bonds and insurance documentation required for project pursuits, following detailed standard operating procedures
•Collaborate with internal and external key stakeholders – including trade partners, clients, and vendors, to coordinate logistics for onsite and offsite events
•Coordinate University of Maryland (UMD) tailgate events including catering and supply purchasing
•Oversee the distribution and tracking of company sports tickets
•Organize and manage travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, ground transportation, and site logistics
•Serve as a backup for the receptionist, executive assistant, and assist with other office-related tasks as needed
•Ensure all interactions and communications reflect a professional image of the company
•Handle special projects and tasks as assigned to support various initiatives and goals
•Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with a high degree of integrity and discretion
Knowledge, Experience, and Special Skills Required
•One (1) to three (3) years in an administrative assistant or administrative support role.
•High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field is a plus.
•Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with Procore and Bluebeam is a plus.
•Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
Job Demands
May be exposed to heavy machinery/equipment, hazardous chemicals and extreme weather conditions. A minimum of 40 hours per week is required. Works hours will vary depending on project specifications, and may involve overtime, weekends and night work.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work required. There are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands and working conditions associated with the job. Successful candidates will seek additional duties to master.
Coakley & Williams Construction is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veterans’ status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. Coakley & Williams promote a drug-free workplace.
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