Assistant VDC Engineer

ASSISTANT VDC ENGINEER

Job Location: Based in Towson, MD or Brooklyn, MD

Job Summary

Whiting-Turner is looking for an individual who can support team members by providing a wide range of daily tasks. This individual must be skilled in organization, time management, communication, and problem solving. This individual will be responsible for strategizing, creating, maintaining, organizing, managing, and distributing information and materials for the team. This is an entry level position. Periodic travel may be required (1-2 days at a time.).

Required General Skills:

• Excellent organizational, communication and written skills – with attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Communicate clearly and concisely in both written and oral form
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and commitment of professionalism
• Excellent general computing skills
• Understand file sharing sites and database management
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds as required working with digital equipment
• Self-motivated, energetic, detail oriented, and open minded
• Ability to work with teams and independently
• Ability to deal with change
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a variety of situations
• Have a curious mind – be interested in learning new tasks and skills
  
  
  

Job Responsibilities:

• Administrative support of business operations and recruiting
• Inventory and Supply management: Organization and logging of digital equipment inventory
• Work independently and organize complex clerical tasks
• Packaging, Receiving, and Shipping digital equipment via UPS
• Database entry and reporting for accounting systems
• Scheduling and job tracking
• Facilitating travel coordination
• Document Management and organization
• Internal event planning
• Collaboration with team members to determine best strategies for sales
• Evaluating business trends and key performance indicators
• Create all material needed for sales and education (presentations, branding, marketing materials, etc.)
• Prepare any necessary market research reports
• Update and maintain marketing outreach feedback
• Preparing teams for and be part of client interactions
• Meet strict timelines and perform multiple tasks
  
  
  

Software Skills:

• Microsoft Office 365 (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI, Outlook, OneNote, etc)
• Company opportunity and project management software
• General Office Technology
• Ability and desire to learn new technologies applicable to the construction industry
  
  
  

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, or similar field.
• Prefer interest building or design industry, but not necessary
• Prefer familiarity with Shipping Software (Such as UPS or USPS)
• Prefer inventory management experience
  
  
  

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.