Project Administrative Assistant

Job overview:

APTIM Federal Services is currently seeking an onsite Administrative Assistant to support our project activities at an existing environmental remediation project in Linden, NJ. The Administrative Assistant will provide support to the Site Supervisor, Project Quality Control Manager, and the Project Health and Safety Lead. Tasks will include but not be limited to document control and maintenance, procurement support, equipment tracking, project progress documentation, and general local record keeping. The ideal candidate would have prior experience working in a construction type environment. The successful candidate will possess the ability to communicate clearly and confidently, both written and verbally, to all project team members including client representatives, government regulators, and APTIM colleagues alike. Strong people skills with a collaborative demeanor are a must. This position will be based at a construction site in Linden, NJ that is forecasted to last thru the end of 2026.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• The Administrative Assistant position with our team will be responsible for various administrative duties supporting multiple activities at our project site in Linden, NJ.
• Coordinate and direct office services, such as records maintenance, data entry, and computer spreadsheet generation.
• File and retrieve project documents, records, and reports.
• Perform general office duties such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management systems, and performing basic bookkeeping work.
• Works with moderate supervision/ guidance; accountable for individual results and impact on team.
• Applies basic technical skills and knowledge to complete assigned work. Responds to standard requests from internal or external customers.
• Solves routine problems by following defined procedures.
• Manages own time to meet deadlines set by others.
• Works with others as part of a team

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required
• 3+ years of relevant administrative experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and customer service skills required
• Previous experience in a construction environment is preferable.
• Ability to work the project schedule which is 4 days/week, 10 hours/day.

ABOUT APTIM
APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence.

What you can expect from APTIM:

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $22.12 - $36.54 Per Hour. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Employee Benefits

Aptim Federal Services, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and 10+ carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here: APTIM 2025 401(k) Plan Features (makeityoursource.com)
• APTIM - Helpful Documents
• APTIM 2025 401(k) Plan Features
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
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