Office Administrator (Summer Student)

<b> Overview / Responsibilities </b><br><br>Wood is currently seeking a Summer Student who will be responsible in supporting various of administrative activities. <br><br> We are looking for someone who shares our passion for high quality work and who is interested in contributing positively to our corporate culture. <br><br><b> Key Responsibilities </b><br><ul><li> Generating and monitoring metrics related to the company's project portfolio </li><li> Tracking project budgets, invoicing </li><li> Cost control </li><li> Administering project contracts </li><li> Supporting project and busines support managers </li><li> General administrative support. </li></ul> <br><br><b> Skills / Qualifications </b><br><br><b> Qualifications </b><br><br> While relevant experience is certainly an asset, we are far more interested in finding the right person and are willing to train. To succeed in this position, you will possess the following attributes: <br><ul><li> Current enrolments in business/accounting field, or reasonable equivalent </li><li> Experience working in a consulting business strongly preferred </li><li> Knowledge of billing systems, invoicing and contractual agreements a plus </li><li> A passion for numbers and a sharp eye for detail </li><li> Meticulous organization skills </li><li> Strong work ethic and a self-motivated desire to get the job done </li><li> Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with diverse groups, including management </li><li> Strong computer skills including good working knowledge of the MS Office suite </li><li> Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in setting priorities and dealing with confidential and sensitive issues </li><li> Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, where demands and deadlines shift frequently </li><li> Able to effectively deal with a high level of responsibility and demanding work schedule </li><li> Effective interpersonal skills and a positive, professional attitude </li></ul> <br><br><b> Company Overview </b><br><br>Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com <br><br><b> Diversity Statement (EEO) </b><br><br>We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.