PAE is a pioneering mechanical and electrical engineering firm that continually sets the bar for sustainability in the built environment. From our offices in Portland, Eugene, Seattle, and San Francisco, we employ an integrated and responsive approach to project design that balances the environmental, economic, and social goals of every client we work with. PAE promotes a work environment that encourages creative problem-solving and the sharing of ideas through an open office environment and a culture of continuing education. Our portfolio includes more than 130 LEED rated or registered projects as well as dozens of projects that have either achieved or are pursuing the Living Building Challenge, Architecture 2030, Carbon Neutral, and Net Zero Energy / Net Zero Water status. A Triple Bottom Line firm, PAE’s success is measured not only by profit, but by our commitment to the environment, our employees, and our communities.

HeadquartersPortland, OR

Size201 to 500 employees

Founded1967

TypeCompany - Private

IndustryArchitectural & Engineering Services

SectorBusiness Services

Revenue$50 to $100 million (USD)

CompetitorsGlumac, Affiliated Engineers, Inc, Interface Engineering

The General Office Assistant provides administrative support for PAE staff by performing routine clerical, secretarial, and administrative work. Typical duties include answering and directing incoming calls, receiving the public, providing customer assistance maintaining supplies and equipment, and mail distribution.

Culture Statement:

The success of PAE Engineers, Inc. is based on providing great products and services to our customers, every day. As team members, we are held accountable to putting our Culture Statement and Core Values at the forefront of our daily interactions with our community members, business partners, and each other. Through deliberate execution we will foster a culture that empowers each team member to constantly improve and deliver the best results.

At PAE,

• We treat other with dignity and respect.
• We take individual responsibility and pride in our work.
• We are responsible for the success of the company.
• We value and recognize contributions.
• We promote creativity and growth.

Core Values:

• Stewardship: We value community and seek to restore our planet’s ecosystem.
• Humility: We approach challenges with an open, curious mind.
• Accountability: We follow through on our commitments to our clients, to each other, and to the planet.
• Innovation: We collaborate to discover unique solutions that work for all people and our planet
• Respect: We treat each other with dignity, respect, and compassion.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The following job description is a general summary of duties typically performed in this position. It is not all-inclusive and is not an employment contract. PAE Consulting Engineers, Inc. employees are expected to perform duties as assigned by management.

• Field phone calls, welcome visitors
• Prepare outgoing mail; sort and distribute incoming mail
• Maintains calendars for conference rooms, cars, equipment, etc.
• Assist in the ordering, receiving, stocking, and distribution of office supplies
• Coordinate office catering needs
• Facilitate setup and cleanup of public meeting rooms and kitchens. Update schedule for upkeep of kitchen/coffee areas
• Master contact list in Outlook and Newforma
• Assist with general onboarding requirements
• Book non-management travel arrangements

Key Competencies & Skills:

• Organization
• Exceptional customer service skills and professional phone manner
• Dependability and Flexibility
• Confidentiality and Ethical Conduct
• Positive attitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Database Programs preferred

Working Conditions:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Relating office experience a plus

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.