Project Administrator

Project Administrator Portland, OR Expected Salary: $62,000 - $75,000 The Opportunity The ideal candidate is skilled in multi‑tasking and has excellent communication skills. The candidate will support project teams with construction related documentation and planning. You’ll flourish in this position if you are: An effective communicator: whether it’s verbal or written, you will present information in a clear, professional manner. You understand your audience and can easily shift priorities at a moment's notice. Service oriented: you’re a people person who effortlessly provides exceptional support whether it be over the phone or in person. Discretion and Judgement: you have the ability to use a high level of tact, diplomacy, discretion and empathy/understanding in a business environment with a diverse employment base. A team player: you are a capable self‑manager and thrive when you’re a part of a team; you enjoy taking initiative on new projects or tasks. A self‑starter: you jump right into necessary tasks and are always looking for ways that you can help further. Proactivity is a must. Here’s more of what you’ll get a chance to: Compiling and assembling reports, creating, formatting, and proofreading project documents and general correspondence (agenda, minutes, comment matrices, programming documents) as needed is also necessary Ownership of filing and maintaining accurate project logs and documentation Support projects while in construction phase including processing RFIs, submittals, bulletins and change orders Edit and coordinate project specifications as well as create sheet lists, coordinate and collect project milestone drawings for submissions as instructed by the Specifications Writer. What we require: 5+ years of project administration experience (preferably in an architectural, engineering, or construction organization) Phenomenal customer service and professionalism Strong time‑management abilities Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Ability to use a high level of tact, diplomacy, discretion and empathy/understanding in a business environment with a diverse employee base Ability to take initiative and be proactive, constantly anticipating office needs Ability to lift up to 35 pounds Benefits CO Architects offers a full range of competitive benefits including choice of health and dental plans, vision, 401K, PTO, flex spending, and participation in the firm’s performance‑based bonus program. CO also offers a firm‑sponsored education program to encourage professional training and development. EEO Statement We celebrate diversity, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and we give space for everyone to add to our collective culture. As such, all applicants for employment are recruited, hired, and assigned based on merit without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr CO Architects