Executive Assistant
Bethesda, MD
Experience: Director Management (Director/Head of Organization)
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Category: Administrative / Clerical
Industry: Construction / Commercial Construction
Reference ID: DTO1698
Date Posted: 01/09/2026
Shortcut: http://highlandconsultinggroup.jobs.mrinetwork.com/jkYfsB
Executive Assistant – Construction
Location: Bethesda, MD
Industry: Building Construction / Skilled Trades
Lead. Integrate. Transform.
Our client—a respected, well-established contractor with over 100 years of proven success—is seeking an Executive Assistant to join their executive leadership team. Known for tackling complex projects and delivering excellence, this organization values integrity, collaboration, and long-term growth.
Why This Role Matters
As a Executive Assistant, you’ll report directly to the President and play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s administrative backbone. You’ll lead and integrate critical functions—Business Management, HR, IT, Marketing, and Office Operations—to ensure operational efficiency and strategic alignment across the organization.
This is an on-site leadership position designed for real-time collaboration with executives, staff, and partners.
What You’ll Do
- Provide schedule management
- Drive strategic leadership across all administrative departments.
- Partner with executives to set goals, monitor performance, and align operations with business objectives.
- Oversee policies, compliance, and risk management for a highly regulated industry.
- Optimize systems for efficiency, productivity, and growth.
- Manage insurance programs and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with IT vendors to maintain secure, high-performing digital infrastructure.
- Represent the company at industry events to strengthen visibility and partnerships.
What We’re Looking For
- Education: Bachelor’s in Business Administration or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Experience: 10–15 years in senior administrative or operational leadership, ideally in construction.
- Proven success in strategic planning, organizational development, and system optimization.
- Strong financial acumen, risk management expertise, and leadership skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial systems.
What’s in It for You
- Competitive base salary + bonus + profit-sharing
- Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- 401(k) with company match
- Life Insurance
- Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
Ready to take the next step in your leadership career?
Apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation.
David O’Connor
Managing Director
Highland Consulting Group
724-837-6336
DTO1698
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