Administrative Assistant

Overview

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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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.

• Self-motivation and professionalism are key for this position along with the ability to thrive in a team atmosphere.
• Excellent communicator, friendly, engaging, possess good judgment, including common sense, able to think on your feet, able to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide administrative support for staff in designated work location.
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with SharePoint and Adobe Acrobat Pro a plus.
• Strong written communication skills including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, and spelling.
• Support multiple manager schedules and emails.
• Reception duties to include answering and directing telephone calls, delivering messages, greeting employees/clients and visitors.
• Manage incoming/outgoing mail and packages.
• Open and close office building daily (office hours are 8am to 5pm M-F).
• Schedule conference calls.
• Assist with meeting set-up including conference room bookings and catering.
• Conference Room AV knowledge a plus.
• Manage inventory of office and kitchen supplies.
• New hire desk setup, coordinated with IT.
• Facilitate expense report submission.
• Provide project support with supervisor approval.
• Support vehicle fleet management: maintenance, repairs, oil changes, detailing, licensing.
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with building property management.
• Maintain vended services agreements.
• Frequently communicate with direct supervisor and office lead on processes and procedures.
• Maintain office in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds.
• Other duties as needed.

• Associate degree.
• 5+ years' experience in an admin assistant/receptionist capacity supporting an energetic office.
• Experience in any of the following fields are helpful: architectural, engineering, consulting, or construction services.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, spelling and telephone skills.
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and various managers in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

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.

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.

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.) Seattle, WA: $22.37/hr - $31.96/hr

Primary

Location:

United States-Washington-Seattle

Industry: Administrative

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:
Regular

Business Class:
Marketing and Admin

Job Posting:
Jan 23, 2026