Administrative Assistant – Renewable Energy

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America’s premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.

McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

• We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

RE Administrative Assistant Job Description

McCarthy is seeking an Administrative Assistant based out of the organization’s Southwest Office in Phoenix, Arizona. This position provides administrative support to the Renewable Energy Business Unit.   

Reporting & Working Relationships

• Reports to the Executive Assistant for the Renewable Energy Unit
• Works with fellow Administrative/Executive Assistants to effectively manage the administrative functions of the office
• Will support various functions and work with BU Directors, Managers and staff
• Will interact and coordinate with external clients and candidates

Key Responsibilities

• Project manage the administration of programs or processes to ensure they are completed with, accuracy, high quality and within deadlines
• High-Level calendar and schedule management
• Schedule, plan and coordinate internal and external meetings, trainings, lunches/dinners, interviews, video conferences and conference calls
• Coordinate travel and accommodations
• Strategize, plan and execute on business development and preconstruction efforts including coordinating conference participation, speaking engagements, client events etc.
• Assist with special events, conferences, seminars, Heart Hats community efforts and teambuilding
• Compose and produce a variety of business correspondence, including agendas, reports, confidential documents and/or forms
• Track, maintain and report on various data to support the teams
• Prepare and process expense reports
• Review and process office invoices
• Office supply ordering
• Provide front desk and switchboard coverage as needed
• Perform basic administrative and support functions for office
• Document Control tasks not limited to:
  • RFP Document Management
  • List of Contract Documents
  • Owner Agreement Document Tracking
  • Non-Disclosure Agreement Execution and Filing
• Other tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of administrative experience
• Event, travel and meeting coordination experience
• High proficiency in calendaring using Microsoft Outlook
• High proficiency with Word and Excel programs
• Knowledge in SharePoint
• Able to multi-task and assist multiple people and functions with competing priorities
• Experience in working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to meet daily deadlines
• May be exposed to sensitive or confidential information, the ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality, integrity and discretion is critical
• Forward-thinking and has an ability and willingness to anticipate needs and be proactive
• Willingness to partner with the administrative team and others to achieve high-performing partnerships
• Ability to compose non-routine correspondence on own initiative
• Strong attention to detail and solid follow through
• Ability to write and communicate effectively

McCarthy Building Companies is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.