Administrative Assistant (Construction. Engineering)

Virginia


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Type: Contract-to-Hire

Category: Administrative

Reference ID: 10065138

Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/WjLG6T


Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Industry: Engineering / Construction / Professional Services

Location (City, State): Tysons, VA (On-site)

Assignment Type: Contract-to-Hire (initial 2–3 month contract)

Pay: $24–$28 per hour (depending on experience)

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM | 40 hours per week

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Our client is a well-established professional services firm supporting engineering and development projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Known for long employee tenure and a collaborative workplace, the organization offers a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and skill development.

Job Description:

Addison Group is hiring an Administrative Assistant for our client’s engineering team. This role supports project managers and senior leadership in a dynamic, deadline-driven office. The ideal candidate is adaptable, polished, and comfortable handling competing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail. No two days will look the same, making this a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare, edit, and format professional correspondence, proposals, reports, and internal documents
  • Coordinate proposal and contract materials, including assembling required schedules and supporting documentation
  • Assist with project setup and administrative tracking within internal systems
  • Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for project documentation
  • Serve as an administrative point of contact for internal teams and external partners
  • Support multiple stakeholders simultaneously, including project managers and senior leaders
  • Provide general office and administrative support, including backup coverage for other team members
  • Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests as needed

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred
  • 2–4 years of administrative or office support experience
  • Experience supporting professional services, engineering, or construction teams preferred
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to learn new systems
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Professional demeanor with confidence working alongside direct personalities
  • Customer-service mindset with a “no task too small” approach

Additional Details:

  • Pay: $24–$28 per hour (depending on experience)
  • Contract-to-hire opportunity
  • On-site position in Tysons, VA
  • Full-time, 40 hours per week

Perks:

  • Paid parking provided
  • Long-term career potential with low employee turnover
  • Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment
  • Opportunity to gain exposure to additional functional areas such as marketing or HR
  • Wellness-focused perks and professional development opportunities

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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