Administrative Assistant - Renewables & Clean Power

Requisition ID: 292049 

•  Relocation Authorized: None 
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project 
• Work Location: Reston, VA

 

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Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

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Job Summary:

Bechtel is hiring an Administrative Assistant that will support our Renewables and Clean Power team. This position will be based in the Reston, VA office. Work Schedule will be Monday through Friday; Telework Type: Full-Time in office.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.
 

Major Responsibilities:

• With a thorough understanding of Bechtel's organizational structure, functions, and procedures, receives and screens phone calls and visitors on behalf of the office of the Renewable & Clean Power GM and Operations Manager and directs them appropriately. 
• Coordinates requests from the department and other organizations.
• Determines action on important or emergency matters.
• Redirects to appropriate individuals in the absence of a manager.
• Keeps abreast of key issues, commitments, and priorities of the managers. Independently maintains the managers’ calendars, regularly scanning for conflicts and resolving conflicts appropriately. Maintains Renewable & Clean Power Leadership (long-term planning) calendar and Outlook calendar for current and subsequent years.
• Maintains a file of important matters for the managers’ attention upon return.
• Follows up to ensure action items have been completed.
• Works collaboratively with the other members of the Renewable & Clean Power Leadership team to ensure alignment and execute high-priority tasks.
• Completes work assignments independently and ensures coverage when absent from the office.
• Plans and coordinates general office services and other assignments as required, in collaboration with others.
• Arranges for special couriers (FedEx/UPS/etc.) and media services support, as necessary. Collects, reviews, and distributes incoming hard copy and electronic mail. 
• Independently handles mail not requiring the managers’ attention. Reviews for accuracy and format all outgoing documents and prepare for the appropriate manager's signature.
• Coordinates complex international and domestic travel arrangements, including detailed business plans and travel itineraries. 
• Modifies travel as necessary and provides updates to all impacted parties.
• Prepares detailed expense reports. 
• Coordinates internal and external meetings, arranging for facilities, equipment, conference calling services and catering.
• Manage internal and external visitors by notifying security with names and expected arrival dates and times.
• Welcome and escort guests and arrange temporary workspace, as necessary.
• Keep track of office supplies and order as needed. Manage and maintain distribution lists for Renewable & Clean