Job Description

We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our team! You will perform clerical and administrative functions in order to drive company success.

Monterey Peninsula Engineering is a rapidly growing, highly diversified general contracting company, and we constantly seek people to join our industry-leading team. MPE employees are competitive individuals with strong characters who are energized by working on a team to meet challenges and are willing to take risks after careful planning.

MPE fosters an environment which embraces and thrives on:

• Challenging, complex projects
• Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
• Supportive, communicative managers who reward your success
• Opportunities for growth, training, and development

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draft correspondences and other formal documents
• Plan and schedule appointments and events
• Greet and assist onsite guests
• Answer inbound telephone calls
• Develop and implement organized filing systems
• Perform all other office tasks

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in office administration or other related fields
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• ​Strong organizational skills
• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year of experience in an office setting
• Proficient with MS Office Programs, a must.
• Great communication skills, both verbal and written
• Experience with filing systems
• Experience with data entry
• Payroll software experience is a plus
• Strong follow up skills
• Self-motivated
• Willing to grow

Company Description

Since 1980, Monterey Peninsula Engineering has been building quality projects. MPE is a general engineering contractor specializing in installing underground utilities, grading, paving and other general site work.