Sr. Administrative Assistant - Highway Construction

Ledcor; City of Leduc; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking construction company as a Sr. Administrative Assistant, where you will provide vital support to both field and office teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing a variety of administrative tasks from document preparation to coordinating travel logistics. You'll play a key role in ensuring smooth operations and effective communication, contributing to infrastructure projects across Alberta. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company offers a supportive workplace culture and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Total Rewards Package

Health and Wellness Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of administrative experience, preferably in construction.
• Strong skills in MS Office and tech tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse administrative tasks including filing and scheduling.
• Assist with contracts, RFPs, and project documentation.

Skills

Administrative Experience

MS Office Proficiency

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

Communication Tools

Document Management Systems

Job description

Description

Sr. Administrative Assistant– Highway Construction

Location: Edmonton, AB | Company: Ledcor

Join Ledcor’s Highway Construction team as a Sr. Administrative Assistant, where you'll provide essential support to field and office teams delivering infrastructure projects across Alberta. This office-based role in Edmonton offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, construction-focused environment.

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What You’ll Do:

• Carry out a wide range of sensitive and diverse administrative and operational duties within the department such as internal approvals processes, contract review, and archiving of files.
• Support daily administrative tasks: filing, scheduling, document preparation, expense tracking, and reconciliation.
• Assist with contracts, RFPs, insurance, bonds, and project documentation.
• Coordinate communication tools, travel logistics, and field support.
• Prepare and review reports, presentations, and project correspondence.
• Help organize meetings, events, catering, and logistics.
• Liaise with IT, vendors, and internal departments to support field operations.

What You Bring:

• 3–5 years’ admin experience (construction/highway sector preferred).
• Strong skills in MS Office; comfortable with systems and tech tools.
• Excellent organization, communication, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and support field teams effectively.
• Professional, reliable, and solution-oriented attitude.

Position Details:

• Full-time, office-based (Monday to Friday) at Ledcor’s Edmonton campus.

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other characteristic, are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to building a culture of empowerment, inclusion, and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided throughout our hiring process. Applicants should submit a request via email in advance. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, visit our I&D page.