Administrative Assistant

Overview
Due to growth and a very strong backlog Westway Construction is adding an Administrative Assistant to our Houston area team (all local work). In this position you will facilitate the efficient operation by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks.

For more information call Isaiah at (713) 996-1341

Essential Job Functions:

• Answer and transfer phone calls, screening when necessary.
• Maintain filing systems as assigned.
• Retrieve information as requested from records, email, minutes, and other related documents; prepare written summaries of data when needed.
• Respond to and resolve administrative inquiries and questions.
• Coordinate and schedule travel, meetings, and appointments for managers or supervisors.
• Prepare agendas and schedules for meetings.
• Record and distribute minutes or other records for meetings.
• Maintain office supplies and coordinate maintenance of office equipment.
• Maintain a system for recording expenses and the use of petty cash
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Three (3+) years of experience in handling the duties listed above (or similar)
• Experience working with a General Contractor preferred
• Intermediate skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Billing experience preferred

Physical Activities and Requirements:

• May require lifting and carrying light loads, 10 or more pounds (e.g., boxes, small equipment, materials) and stooping or kneeling (e.g., filing documents in lower file drawers, picking up items from the floor, or removing and replacing items on lower shelving)
• Strong manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment (e.g., computers, mobile devices, copiers, etc.)
• Activities include extended periods of sitting, movement, and extensive work at a computer and phone.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person