Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

PSI, an Intertek company, is searching for an Administrative Assistant to join our Building & Construction team in our Little Rock area office located in Sherwood, Arkansas office.  This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry!

Benefits & Perks:

• Ability to grow with the Company (over 100 locations with opportunity for growth/advancement)
• Day to day variety of work – Administrative assistant and sales responsibilities
• Ability to work on both small and large projects
• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurances
• 401k with company match
• Tuition reimbursement

What you’ll do:

• Create and maintain various documents, spreadsheets, etc. utilizing Microsoft Office software.
• Perform various general office duties including copying, mailing, filing, etc.
• Manage local accounts payable and accounts receivable in accordance with company procedures.
• Assist the Sales Team with marketing initiatives and sales promotions, including client visits and trade show participation.
• Develop, maintain, and report accurate sales activity records.
• Identify lead sources and research new opportunities.
• Makes calls to prospective clients under direction of the Business Development Manager
• Works with the Sales and Operations Teams in following up on proposals and quotation activity and updates the activity in the CRM.
• May assist with developing, updating, and/or reviewing local operating procedures and/or work instructions.
• Assist with receiving dispatching calls and scheduling of field and office staff
• Aide in monitoring and updating of internal websites.
• Assist management with special projects and reports.
• Prepare responses to correspondence containing routine inquiries.
• Prepare and maintain records

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• 5 years' experience in an administrative position is required
• Previous experience within the engineering or construction industry is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent prioritization, organization, and time management skills
• Must be detail oriented
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Ability to type quickly and accurately
• Ability to plan, organize, and complete a variety of projects within established standards, objectives, and time frames

Why work for Intertek-PSI?

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. Through these risk management and quality assurance services, we ensure the reliability, safety and performance of our client’s new developments, existing assets, and facilities. 

Intertek-PSI is a part of Intertek's Building and Construction division, a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions.

Intertek is a leading global provider of Total Quality Assurance services for a multitude of industries. 

Through a comprehensive network of over 1,000 laboratories and offices situated in over 100 countries, Intertek provides innovative and tailored Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification (ATIC) solutions for its clients' operations and supply chains. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do.

Intertek is known for its client-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts, but it’s more than just a global network of specialists—it's a community of individuals working together to bring quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What we have to offer:
When Working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Intertek believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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