OverviewUniversal Engineering Sciences (UES) is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope services.
Summary The Administrative Assistant is a key role, responsible for assisting the branch with a variety of administrative tasks to meet the needs of clients, colleagues, and managers. The ideal candidate is a reliable, trustworthy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where collaboration and autonomy are valued.
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Physical Demands & Work Environment• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment• Lifting and/or occasionally moving up to thirty-five lbs. can be expected• Required to drive, stand, walk, use hands to type, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; talk and hear. Body motions and movements include bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and pushing
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Correctly documents correspondence, reports, results, and invoices for the department. All work must be assembled and distributed following project deadlinesOrganize and maintain data related to billing and invoicingAssist with keeping track of field personnel certifications, schedule classes and tests for field personnel certificationsCreate correspondences, letter reports, and other documents when necessaryAssist with processing daily concrete reports and data entryTake calls from clients, municipalities, field technicians, and other intraoffice personnelSpeak eloquently and politely on the phone to clients and colleaguesProficiently operate a personal computer, with the capability of typing at least 45 words per minute (wpm)Ability to function in a high-stress environment, be a strong multi-tasker, and be a team playerAnswers client questions and assists them promptlyOpens project files and follows filing and scanning system proceduresKnowledge and usage of proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuationRegular attendance is required.Understand and interpret contracts and invoicesHandle special client requests regarding typing and billingFollows safety proceduresOther duties may be assignedRequired Qualifications:Valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria)Ability to pass a background check screening in accordance with Florida’s Jessica Lunsford Act (or equivalent state classification)One to three years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.Ability to read and write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as writing routine reports and correspondence and speaking effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients.Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop, including sending and receiving emails, and the ability to learn Field Data Collection (FDC)/Inspector Gadget to input data and prepare reports.Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form.Preferred Qualifications:High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferredAbility to type 45 wpmReliableMust be able to work extra hours if necessaryProficient in computer