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Englobe

Engineering and environmental services firm

Administrative Assistant

Administrative SupportUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeDartmouth, NS, CanadaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A post-secondary degree or diploma in Office Administration or Business Administration is an asset.
  • A valid driver’s license is required for local office errands as needed.
  • At least three years of experience in an administrative role in an office environment is required.
  • Strong written and oral English communication skills are required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, is required.
  • Strong problem-solving skills are required.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to implement and maintain organizational systems are required.
  • The ability to meet tight deadlines, prioritize, multitask, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment is required.
  • Demonstrated sensitivity and consideration for occupational health and safety are required.

Responsibilities

  • Apply and promote the organization’s health and safety rules.
  • Answer and direct phone calls.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for visitors, clients, and vendors.
  • Coordinate corporate programs under Human Resources’ direction, including onboarding and integration.
  • Prepare, format, proofread, scan, print, bind, and distribute documents and reports.
  • Maintain electronic and physical filing systems and records.
  • Assist with data entry, tracking logs, and document management systems.
  • Direct and resolve inquiries from staff.
  • Coordinate building maintenance, order office supplies, and maintain the local vendor list.
  • Coordinate social events and staff luncheons.
  • Order employee clothing and promotional items for trade shows and conferences.
  • Ship and receive courier deliveries and mail.
  • Maintain a clean and tidy kitchen and printer room.
  • Work with IT to order equipment and assist staff with day-to-day requests.
  • Arrange travel.
  • Assist with special projects and other administrative duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a similar role at a consulting, engineering, or science firm is an asset.
  • Experience working with NMS specifications is an asset.
  • Bilingual language ability is an asset.

About the Company

Englobe

Engineering and environmental services firm

Englobe is a consulting firm that provides engineering and environmental services, including geotechnical engineering, environmental assessments, remediation, and related technical work. Its offerings center on applying geotechnical and environmental know‑how to solve site and infrastructure challenges for clients in Canada and beyond. The company grew from a regional Quebec firm into a national and international player by expanding through acquisitions, broadening its services and geographic reach. Compared with competitors, Englobe built a large, integrated footprint across Canada and overseas, making it a major platform for engineering and environmental work. Its current goal is to align with Colliers’ strategy by serving as Colliers’ Canadian engineering platform; with the 2024 acquisition, Englobe is being rebranded as Colliers in 2025 and positioned to grow as part of a global real estate and investment company.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$44M
Headquarters
Quebec City, Canada
Founded
1961

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