Administrative Manager

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges. With more than 700 employees in nine office locations throughout the United States, SGH’s industry‑leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what’s possible.

This is a full‑time, in‑office role. Occasional overtime may be required during peak periods.

• Lead and Influence Others
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  Masterful in coaching, mentoring, and guiding others to higher productivity. Contributes to motivating others towards making impactful contributions.
• Adept at Problem Solving
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  Masterful in recognizing the nature and urgency of problems, proactively approaching resolution with appropriate speed and efficiency, seeking support and context when needed to achieve the best outcomes.
• Oral and Written Communication
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  Skilled in delivering high‑quality oral and written communication tailored to diverse audiences, ensuring clarity without compromising on standards. Fosters effective collaboration and openness to feedback, enhancing overall business effectiveness.
• Culture Carrier and Brand Ambassador
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  Masterful in promoting SGH’s values and brand identity. Contributes to maintaining a strong and positive reputation for SGH, both internally and externally.
• Integrity and Confidentiality
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  Masterful in upholding the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality, consistently demonstrating respect, empathy, and ethical conduct. Commitment to maintaining sensitive information’s privacy, fostering trust and ensuring responsible handling of confidential data.

• Supervise, mentor, and guide local administrative assistants and editors.
• Partner with office leadership and the Director of Administrative Services to identify and implement process improvements that enhance team efficiency.
• Manage office and document workloads.
• Hold regular check‑ins to gather feedback from technical staff and ensure their needs and expectations are being met.
• Coordinate and assist staff with meetings, office events, catering, presentations, client seminars, etc., and manage calendar scheduling.
• General and technical document processing, including proofreading, editing, and formatting documents to approved SGH style while promoting SGH standards of quality.
• Comprehensive management of technical staff licenses, including tracking renewals and credits.
• Process and file expense reports for internal customers.

• 10+ years of relevant management and administrative experience.
• Business and technical document preparation experience required.
• Experience in a fast‑paced professional environment.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; speak or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, mouse, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and/or hands. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level and will also perform physical duties, including lifting at least 25 lbs.

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick leave, Holidays)
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Basic Life and AD&D insurance (company paid)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Fertility, Family Forming, and Hormonal Health benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal & Identity Theft plans
• Tuition Reimbursement

Base salary is part of SGH’s industry‑leading Total Compensation package, which includes base salary, pay for extra hours worked, an annual discretionary bonus program, generous paid time off, and health and wellness benefits with a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGH’s Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.

Operations Role: $52 – $60 USD

SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please  or call  and ask for Human Resources.