Administrative Assistant

K&A Engineering Consulting P.C. (K&A) – is a people-first organization. We value knowledge and learning. We believe in the power of connection, and collaboration, and we seek to build relationships that mean something. We employ some of the best and brightest in our industry and we work hard to maintain a culture that our people can be proud of. Our company has earned its reputation through challenging work, uncompromising precision and continuous learning and adapting. 

K&A Engineering is a privately held, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. K&A's experience includes all aspects of generation, transmission, substations, distribution, energy efficiency, and distributed energy resource (DER) projects, from planning and environmental and regulatory analyses through engineering and design, construction, program management, project controls, and commissioning. The utility industry is a vast market, and K&A quickly established our name and reputation as a top-tier service provider. We were recently ranked #126 on the Inc. 5000 List of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies and the top engineering firm with a three-year growth rate of 3,166%.

Due to company growth, we are seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide support to the Distributed Energy Team in our Portland, ME office.

• Coordination of day-to-day office matters
• Organize & Schedule Meetings, Events, and Training
• Manage vendor and service provider relationships.
• Assist HR/Talent Acquisition with Onboarding new hires.
• Partner with IT on software and equipment needs.
• Prepare and Mail all US/UPS/Fed Ex Packages
• Prepare & Edit Presentations
• Maintain office facilities and serve as the point of contact.
• Order Office Supplies & Process Monthly Utility Invoices
• Assume other responsibilities and tasks as assigned.

• Associate's and/or bachelor's degree in a related field or High School Diploma / GED
• 4+ years of administrative experience
• Computer savvy
• Microsoft Office/Suite proficient
• Solid problem solving and time management skills
• Exceptional phone etiquette
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organized
• A terrific work ethic accompanied by an ever-positive, get-it-done attitude
• Ability to take on increased responsibilities as the position advances
• "No job too small" mind-set is necessary for success
• Must be a resident of Maine and able to travel to the office in Portland

The salary range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licenses and certifications; and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.