Administrative Assistant

The Opportunity:
 

Tetra Tech is adding an Administrative Assistant to our Transportation team based in Edmonton, AB.

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 500 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.

Your Role:
 

• Format and proofread reports, proposals, and correspondence to deliver exceptionally accurate documents that comply with corporate standards.
• Create and manipulate PDF documents using features of Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF software to assemble documents and insert links and bookmarks.
• Scan, print, and bind documents.
• File management in coordination with project managers.
• Complete fleet coordinator duties, including collecting gas receipts, tracking mileage, reviewing credit card spreadsheets, and filing all maintenance paperwork.
• Complete expenses and timecards for staff.
• Assist with travel arrangements. 
• Provide reception coverage as needed.
• Complete other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Maintain good working relationships with other Administrators.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:
 

• Post-secondary certificate/diploma from a recognized office assistant or administrative assistant program preferred; applicants with a high school diploma with applicable administrative experience will also be considered.
• Intermediate experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). 
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, including spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to remain professional in all situations.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and a strong work ethic.