Office Assistant | Construction

Project Location(s):
Vancouver, BC V5K 0A1 CAN

Turner Construction, founded in 1902, is North America's largest general builder, shaping skylines globally with over 13,500 professionals and $17 billion in annual volume. We handle 1,500 projects annually across sectors like healthcare, education, and commercial spaces, combining local agility with global strength. We've completed projects like the New York Yankees Stadium, the U.S. Capitol Dome Restoration, the Boeing Company North Charleston Campus, and more!

Since 1951, Turner has been a key player in Canada's construction industry, with nearly $1 billion in annual revenue and over 930 professionals. Turner is committed to quality, safety, and fostering an inclusive work environment.

Turner Construction isn't just about buildings – we’re about building futures, empowering employees, and leaving a lasting legacy for the communities we serve.

AtTurner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey. This opportunity also offers:

• access to practical tools and resources including a work phone, laptop, and safety gear,
• Summer Fridays (early dismissals during the summer months on Fridays where applicable),
• invitations to participate in company events and activities,
• hard and soft skills training programs,
• a thorough benefits program including End of Year Premium Pay, Healthcare and Dental Coverage, Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching, and much more,
• and an annual base salary range for this position may be CA $50,000 to CA $60,000, depending on experience and fit.

Turner Construction’s Vancouver office is seeking a full-time Office Assistant. The role requires availability to work at our local head office, with occasional work at construction sites, Monday to Friday for 40 hours per week. The role reports to the Administrative Specialist. The Office Assistant will provide support to business unit staff, office and facilities, serve as the primary point of contact for staff, vendors, and visitors, and support the Administrative Services team, and other tasks as required.

• Provide professional customer service and positive interactions while serving as primary office point of contact for welcoming, greeting, directing, and assisting visitors and staff.
• Maintain reception sign-in/sign-out log and contact listings for business unit, office, and/or project site. Ensure visitors are given a visitors’ pass.
• Engage in partnerships with building/facilities manager for day-to-day facilities management (e.g., repairs, HVAC, janitorial, housekeeping services, lighting) and provide appropriate level of access for vendors/technicians to perform duties while preserving security of office and staff.
• Perform administrative services including processing mail, overnight mailings, photocopying, filing, sending faxes, phone list updates, invoices, and order supplies and stationery (e.g., letterhead, business cards, envelopes).
• Escalate competing priorities for supervisor’s input and follow through on commitments as appropriate.
• Maintain clean and organized reception area, common office areas (e.g., reception area, breakrooms, kitchen, dishwashers, supply and dining areas), and conference rooms.
• Administer conference room calendar and prepare room for related meetings and events. Order catering as needed.
• Edit and assemble documents and reports as needed.
• Assist with general office inquiries from staff, owners, and others; provide proactive escalation as appropriate.
• Create and maintain organizational and seating charts for office.
• Organize and provide assistance during meetings as requested; record, transcribe, and distribute meeting minutes.
• Maintain knowledge of business unit/headquarters’ historical information (e.g., use of vendors, event sponsor ships, industry memberships/activities, client, and staff events) to support managerial related decision-making.
• Arrange travel reservations, business…