Job description
To provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the project management team, ensuring efficient documentation, communication, coordination, and record management for smooth execution of the construction project.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support
Manage daily office administration at the project site.
Maintain Project Manager's calendar, meetings, and appointments.
Prepare meeting agendas and record Minutes of Meetings (MOM).
Coordinate internal and external correspondence.
Document Control
Maintain project files, registers, and records.
Organize incoming and outgoing correspondence.
Ensure all project documents are properly filed and archived.
Support document tracking through EDMS or document management systems.
Coordination
Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal departments.
Follow up on pending approvals, submissions, and action items.
Arrange project meetings and prepare required documentation.
Reporting
Prepare weekly and monthly administrative reports.
Update manpower lists, contact directories, and organizational charts.
Assist in compiling project progress reports and presentations.
Logistics & Office Management
Manage office stationery and consumables.
Coordinate travel, accommodation, and transportation for visitors.
Arrange meeting rooms and hospitality for client visits.
Maintain office equipment and coordinate maintenance.
Records Management
Maintain employee attendance records (where applicable).
Keep confidential files and contracts securely.
Maintain registers for incoming/outgoing mail, drawings, and documents.
Communication
Draft professional emails, letters, and memos.
Act as the communication link between site teams and the head office.
Handle telephone calls and visitor reception professionally.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Business Administration or related field.
Certification in Office Administration is an advantage.
Experience
3–5 years of experience as a Secretary or Administrative Assistant.
Minimum 2 years in a construction or engineering environment is preferred.
Skills
Excellent communication skills (English; ).
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Experience with EDMS/XPEDEON/PLANGRID or similar document management systems is preferred.
Good typing and documentation skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work under pressure.
Key Competencies
Time management
Attention to detail
Professional communication
Teamwork
Initiative and problem-solving
Customer service orientation
Integrity and confidentiality
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Timely preparation and circulation of meeting minutes.
Accuracy and completeness of project records.
On-time filing and retrieval of documents.
Response time to correspondence.
Administrative support satisfaction from project stakeholders.
Compliance with document management procedures.
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