Area Administrative Manager

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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At HDR, our employeeownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forwardthinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering nextgeneration facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employeeowners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
Washington Area Administrative Manager

Coordinate, develop and administer area administrative policies and procedures
Take responsibility for area wide office administrative operations
Supervise area-wide administrative support personnel,
Interview all administrative support personnel, process resumes for all staff positions, and maintain companywide and local office records for personnel and other HR requirements
Assist the area leadership with personnel administration, executive administrative support, and preparation of operating plans and other special reports
Execute electronic signatory procedures for contracts, proposals, and business forms
Maintain a record of assigned workstations in the office and coordinate with internal I.T. team when staff relocate to new workstations
Manage area communications, including SharePoint site, scheduling and preparing materials for meetings
Assist with the coordination of internal staff events
Support employee engagement committees
Oversee reception desk coverage and ensure back-up for other administrative team members as needed
Coordinate arrangements for temporary clerical assistance as needed
Participate in monthly meetings with area leadership
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications

10+ years professional experience in the Engineering, Architecture, or Construction industry as an office administrator/manager
Associates degree
Comfortable handling confidential information
Experience developing internal processes and electronic filing systems

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We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which ,includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Bellevue/Seattle/Everett, WA}: $91,560- $130,800 {Gig Harbor, WA}: $91,468- $119,900 {Olympia/Spokane, WA}: $91,468- $109,000
What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
A minimum of 10 years related experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid interpersonal skills
Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize
Exceptional attention to detail and organization
Strong problem-solving skills and analytical abilities
Ability to adapt to changing situations in a professional manner
High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe, SharePoint
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Primary Location:

United States-Washington-Bellevue
Other Locations:

United States-Washington-Everett, United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Washington-Gig Harbor
Industry:

Administrative
Schedule:

Full-time
Employee Status:

Regular
BusinessClass:

Marketing and Admin
Job Posting:

Sep 22, 2026

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