Administrative Assistant
Engineering & Construction
Job Title: Administrative Assistant – Construction
Employment Type: Contract, potential contract to hire
Location: Sparks, NV (On-site)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay Rate: $25.00–$26.00/hour
LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a client expanding operations in the Reno/Sparks area to support a new data center construction project. We are seeking an Administrative Assistant with construction industry experience to provide on-site administrative and payroll support during the project start-up phase.
This role will be fully on-site and plays a key part in supporting the project leadership team, including project managers and field leadership, in a fast-paced construction environment.
Position Overview
The Administrative Assistant will support daily administrative operations on a construction job site, with a strong focus on payroll administration, timecard processing, and employee onboarding. This position requires prior experience working in a construction or job-site setting, comfort supporting multiple leaders, and the ability to quickly ramp up in a highly active environment.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and experienced with construction workflows, payroll timelines, and job-site communication.
Key Responsibilities
Provide on-site administrative support to project leadership and field teams
Collect, review, and submit weekly employee timecards accurately and on schedule
Process payroll-related information using Vista Viewpoint
Assist with onboarding new employees and guiding them through new-hire documentation
Maintain organized employee and administrative records
Serve as a point of contact for administrative and timekeeping questions on-site
Utilize Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) for reporting and communication
Support general job-site administrative needs as required
Qualifications
Required:
2+ years of administrative experience
Prior experience in the construction industry, preferably on a job site
Experience processing timecards and payroll information
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Preferred:
Experience with Vista Viewpoint
Experience supporting project managers or construction leadership
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Why LHH?
LHH Recruitment Solutions connects professionals with meaningful opportunities while providing ongoing support throughout each assignment. We pride ourselves on partnership, integrity, and delivering a great experience for both our clients and candidates.
Pay Details: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour
Search managed by: Abigail Revalee
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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