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Administrative Assistant

HDR · Columbia, South Carolina, United States

Full-timeOn site0-2 yrsListed as no visa sponsorshipDesign Services
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In short

The Administrative Assistant will perform document preparation, proofreading, and editing while providing general office support such as reception duties and meeting coordination. They will also handle travel arrangements, light accounting tasks, and maintain organized records to support the team.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

High School diploma or equivalentTelephone skillsProficiency with MS OfficeMultitasking in fast-paced environmentHandling confidential informationDetail-oriented and well-organized

ALSO MENTIONED

Associate degreeLocal candidate preference

Candidates must possess a High School diploma or equivalent, with an Associate degree preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment are required.

About the employer

HDR

HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No. 6 among the world’s design firms and we’re the largest healthcare design firm. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible.

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When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way. So, what are you waiting for? Come grow with us.

INDUSTRY
Design Services
COMPANY
Privately Held
HEADQUARTERS
Omaha, Nebraska
SIZE
10,001+on LinkedIn
OFFICES
97 on LinkedIn
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Questions about this role

Is this HDR role remote?
Tagged on site.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 0-2 years.

The posting, in full

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

At HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.

In the role of Administrative Assistant, we'll count on you to:

  • Type, revise and combine materials such as correspondence, reports, records, forms, meeting minutes, scientific or technical material, numerical data, and tabular information from rough draft, corrected copy or previous versions
  • Proofread and edit documents for grammar, spelling, punctuation and format
  • Provide support for staff as needed, including backup reception duties, answering and directing telephone calls, delivering messages, greeting employees and visitors, scheduling conference calls, and distributing incoming faxes and mail
  • Complete word processing as needed, including letters, memos, reports and labels
  • Provide meeting setup, travel arrangements, light accounting and other miscellaneous tasks/projects as needed
  • Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate degree
  • Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent verbal and written communication including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, spelling and telephone skills
  • Flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and various managers in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented
  • Ability to handle confidential information
  • Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

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