Job Description

VANCOUVER

We are a global leader in the Earth and Environment sector, made stronger with the recent acquisition of Golder. Globally headquartered in Montreal, where it all began, we proudly serve communities from coast to coast and beyond. With Golder now part of our WSP team, we have over 14,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources, expertise, and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from marine biologists to geophysicists to geotechnical engineers and more.

The Opportunity:

WSP Golder has a new opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to join our Business Operations team in a Full-Time position in our Vancouver office (Virtual Way).

Example: You'll be part of our growing Business Support team, using your skills as an Administrative Assistant to support Environmental and Ground Engineering consultants, and colleagues, in a dynamic work environment. on major Infrastructure projects in Canada.

Why WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

A day in the life:

• You will be printing, scanning, E-Filing and physical archiving of documents;
• You will be archiving company records and library documents while following company retention policies using MS Access, Excel, SharePoint, and other internal programs. Also entails lifting, unpacking and re-boxing of project files;
• You will be tasked with accurate data-entry;
• You will coordinate library shelving/re-filing and responding to requests for file retrievals
• You will assist with office and cubicle moves and departures related tasks including; desk tidying and organization, filing, coordinating the return of extra office and IT equipment for redeployment;
• You will assist Senior team members with coordinating equipment rentals (SAT phones, inReach devices) and coordinating fleet vehicle maintenance;
• You will assist in maintaining a neat and tidy work area that is welcoming to visitors;
• You may be asked to provide back-up reception coverage; and,
• You will be involved in general office assistance to the Business Support team in the region as required.

What you'll bring to WSP ...

• Positive Team Player Attitude!
• 0-2 years of work experience in a professional service environment
• Attention to detail and ownership of delegated tasks
• Good communication skills (listening, verbal and written), friendly and pleasant manner
• The ability to take directions and seek clarification as needed
• Good problem-solving skills with the initiative and ability to identify alternative solutions
• Established comfort level with technology
• Proficiency in Office 365 including SharePoint, Word, Excel, and OneDrive is an asset
• Ability to learn processes quickly and be flexible in changing circumstances
• Excellent customer service skills to support our internal clients
• Maturity and flexibility
• Valid Drivers licence is an asset