Full-Time

Office Assistant

Deadline 8/24/27
MG2

MG2

201-500 employees

Global architecture, design, construction & branding

No salary listed

McLean, VA, USA

In Person

Occasional support for the Washington, DC office is required.

Category
Administrative & Executive Assistance (1)
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook

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Requirements
  • At least 2 years of facilities, office management, or related experience.
  • At least 2 years of experience onboarding and offboarding employees.
  • Proficiency in handling minor information technology support and audiovisual equipment.
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and the ability to learn new software quickly.
  • A dependable and professional demeanor, with comfort interacting with high-level clients.
  • The ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize urgent needs.
  • A high level of attention to detail for handling sensitive documents and contracts.
  • Experience with office furniture assembly and reconfigurations.
  • The ability to lift at least 25 pounds and work in the office full-time.
  • The ability to read, write, and understand English for comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Responsibilities
  • Support office operations and collaborate with leadership on office needs.
  • Manage office seating changes and furniture reconfigurations.
  • Organize and execute event setup, cleanup, and catering for major office meetings.
  • Provide information technology and audiovisual support for onboarding, meetings, and events.
  • Assess facilities maintenance needs and coordinate repairs with vendors and contractors.
  • Request and coordinate building resources with property management.
  • Manage copier and printer services, supplies, and color calibration standards.
  • Coordinate information technology issues on print servers and troubleshoot software problems.
  • Assist with preparing and shipping large architectural drawings and documents.
  • Order office and kitchen supplies, and manage costs and special requests.
  • Oversee mailroom operations, including USPS, FedEx, and delivery management.
  • Research and implement efficient vendor services with the Office Services Manager.
  • Support special projects and archiving initiatives as directed by the Office Services Manager.
  • Manage the front desk, access cards, and parking garage access needs.
  • Implement and maintain health and safety processes.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry.

MG2 is a global studio that provides architecture, design, construction, and branding services. It uses strategy and technical know-how to plan and build spaces that serve communities, enhance consumer experiences, and support client programs. Projects are carried out through integrated teams across multiple offices, combining architecture, interior design, engineering, and branding to deliver end-to-end outcomes for brands large and small. The company distinguishes itself by its size, global reach, and emphasis on social responsibility and people-centered culture, which it believes helps create places that people want to be. Its goal is to shape environments that connect people with brands and communities through thoughtful, scalable design and execution.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Seattle, Washington

Founded

1971

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Scott Owen Jr. became Minneapolis managing principal on 2025-02-17, signaling internal promotion paths.
  • Studio C added affordable-housing capability, widening MG2’s project mix beyond retail.
  • Colliers called MG2 a West Coast expansion engine, which should bring larger pursuit opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • Colliers will rebrand MG2 in 2025, erasing an employer brand built since 1971.
  • Post-acquisition integration can trigger manager churn, compensation compression, and duplicated leadership cuts.
  • Architecture demand weakens fast when retailers and developers delay projects, hitting MG2's pipeline hard.

What makes MG2 unique

  • MG2 built a national retail-and-residential design niche, including Best Buy and Target.
  • Colliers acquired MG2 on 2024-12-04, giving it broader engineering and consulting reach.
  • MG2 keeps expanding through acquisitions, including Studio C Architecture in Portland on 2024-05-15.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Company Match

Family Planning Benefits

Parental Leave

Professional Development Budget

Wellness Program

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