Project & Office Administrator (TX)

Project Administrator & Office Administrator

About Us

At Salas OBrien were dedicated to engineering for impact. Our mission to make a difference is at the core of everything we do from our projects to our team culture. We strive to embody values of inspiration achievement and connection fostering collective ownership and a sustainable future.

Established in 1975 Salas OBrien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on creating impact for our clients team members and the world. We know that todays challenges bring tomorrows opportunities and were here to design innovative lasting solutions.

We specialize in creating environments where people connect perform and thrive. Our team consults on projects ranging from performing arts centers and universities to corporate campuses cultural venues and entertainment destinations. By integrating technology acoustics lighting and theatre systems we help clients deliver experiences that inspire and engage.

Job Description

The Project Administrator / Office Administrator plays a key role in supporting both project delivery and daily office operations for our Acoustics Technology and Specialty Consulting teams. Approximately 80% of this role is dedicated to project administration activities that support Project Managers and design teams in the successful delivery of consulting projects within the architecture engineering and construction (AEC) industry. The remaining 20% focuses on office administration responsibilities that help maintain an efficient organized and welcoming workplace environment.

The successful candidate will be a highly organized detail-oriented individual who enjoys working with multiple project teams managing information and supporting people in a fast-paced professional environment. Familiarity with the AEC industry and the design and construction process is desired but not required.

Job Duties

Project Administration & Coordination (approximately 80%)
Assist Marketing Finance and the design team in tracking projects from inception to close-out.
Assist project managers with project tracking in Wrike (our project management software).
Attend weekly internal workload meetings.
Lead document tracking and electronic filing of RFIs and Submittals.
Maintain project contact lists and distribution lists.
Assist with project release coordination including spec formatting and document uploads.
Assist with deliverable checklists and internal QA/QC coordination.
Help coordinate project closeout tasks record documents and file archiving.

Office Administration (approximately 20%)
Serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day office administrative needs.
Manage office supply inventory and coordinate purchasing of office supplies and consumables.
Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipping courier services and package distribution.
Act as the liaison between office staff and building management for facility-related issues.
Coordinate office safety programs.
Welcome and assist visitors clients vendors and interview candidates ensuring a positive office experience. Coordinate Lunch & Learns with vendors.
Coordinate office events team gatherings and employee engagement activities.
Help maintain a professional organized and functional office environment.
Support employee onboarding activities including workspace preparation and coordination of office resources.

Qualifications
Positive attitude and outgoing personality
Understanding of the AEC design and construction process is desired
Strong organizational and time management skills
Good communication skills (written email messaging)
Excellent attention to detail
Proficient in MS Office (Word Excel PowerPoint Teams)
Experience with Adobe Acrobat and Bluebeam preferred
Experience with project management software preferred (Wrike Asana Smartsheet)
Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint a plus

Location
Addison TX
Work Type: Hybrid (3 days in office : 2 days remote).
Travel: No

Compensation & Benefits

The expected base salary range for this role is $$54000 - $67000 USD per year depending on experience. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills experience qualifications and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package including:
Medical dental and vision insurance
401 (k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support

For more information visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas OBrien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Salas OBrien will accommodate disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority