Project Assistant - Kansas City, United States - Randstad USA

    Randstad USA
    Randstad USA Kansas City, United States

    1 month ago

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    TEMPORARY, Full time
    Description
    job summary:
    Project assistant needed to support a large engineering and procurement team in Kansas City, MO. Ideal candidates are comfortable in a fast-paced environment, have strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint experience, and have great communication skills. 2 years of relevant experience is required and some college coursework is preferred.

    location: Kansas City, Missouri
    job type: Contract
    salary: $ per hour
    work hours: 8am to 4pm
    education: Associates

    responsibilities:
  • Keep and maintain project files

  • Maintain project e-mail box

  • Document control - data entry

  • Track projects and produce monthly progress reports

  • Work with specs, changes and finalizing

  • Facilitate questions regarding projects and research information

  • Maintain tracking system for projects

  • Record minutes from Project Manager meetings

  • Answer phones and direct calls

  • Read and sort incoming mail

  • Collect bills/invoices

  • Type memos, correspondence, reports, and other documents

  • Make travel arrangements

  • Prepare outgoing mailings and labels, including emails and faxes

  • Organize and maintain filing system

  • Coordinate client or vendor lunches, including set-up and clean-up

  • Reserve conference rooms

  • Coordinate with internal support departments

  • Order and maintain supplies

  • Arrange equipment maintenance or set-up

  • Keep the department calendar and roster

  • Occasional project assistance for managers

  • Assist in Power point presentations

  • Utilize Access to store and retrieve data
    qualifications:
  • Experience level: Entry Level
  • Minimum 2 years of experience
  • Education: Associates
    skills:
  • Administrative

    Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

    At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

    Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

    Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.