Description

Architecture49 is seeking a Senior Office Administrator / Executive Leadership Coordinator.

Architecture49 (A49) is a growing firm with a wide range of career opportunities. Our offices, situated from coast to coast across Canada, serve distinct regions, each with a local focus and sector specialties.

We value work-life balance and support continuous learning to help our employees develop their skills and expertise as they build and evolve their careers with us. We offer a comprehensive and customizable benefits package, as well as a share purchase program and RRSP matching program. We also offer flexible schedules and a hybrid work environment; competitive salaries; flexible leave days; telemedicine (24/7 access); and reimbursement of professional dues.

Within our organizational culture, we are prepared to invest and partner in your development through a comprehensive evaluation, training, and mentorship program that will empower you to utilize your expertise on projects that contribute to the growth and success of our practice, and your career.

Prairies

Inspired by the bountiful prairie landscape, endless skies and vibrant cities, the A49 Prairie region excels at innovative and inspired designs for complex and technical projects. From the revitalization of downtown Winnipeg to building education and healthcare facilities for our remote northern communities, our work elevates the health, safety, and sustainability of the region. The Winnipeg office serves as a central hub to a diverse team of design professionals working on projects across the public and private sectors, throughout the prairies and across Canada.

Responsibilities

This is more than an administrative role.



It is an opportunity to become a trusted member of our Prairie Region team, helping create an exceptional workplace experience while supporting projects that positively impact communities across region and beyond. This role is ideal for a highly organized, proactive professional who takes pride in creating a seamless workplace experience, building strong relationships, and enabling leaders and teams to perform at their best.

The successful candidate will be known for their professionalism, sound judgment, discretion, and ability to anticipate needs in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate office operations, including supplies, equipment, inventory, mail, records management, and shared spaces.
- Act as a liaison with IT, Facilities, and building partners to address office and facility-related needs.
- Provide administrative support to leadership, including calendar management, meeting coordination, correspondence, and tracking action items.
- Process timesheets, expense reports, invoices, and assist with fee forecasting administration.
- Maintain organized records and help ensure administrative processes run smoothly.
- Support employee onboarding, workplace orientations, and administrative requirements for new hires.
- Plan and coordinate staff engagement activities, internal events, celebrations, charitable initiatives, and knowledge-sharing sessions.




- Maintain effective office communications by managing the general inbox, phone line, and information flow across teams.
- Support workplace health and safety programs, documentation, orientations, and compliance initiatives.
- Attend regional coordination meetings, report studio and facility issues, and collaborate with WSP and internal stakeholders to ensure a safe, functional, and welcoming workplace workplace.

Qualifications

- 10+ years of experience in executive support, office administration & coordination, or a similar role
- Demonstrated experience supporting leaders in a professional environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Excellent communication skills with a professional and service-oriented approach
- High level of discretion and professionalism when supporting senior leadership and confidential information
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
- A proactive mindset and the ability to anticipate needs and solve problems independently.

Compensation:

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $66,700 to $88,400

MB & ON: $60,900 to $83,800

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $60,300 to $80,000

Disclosure

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

📌 Senior Office Administrator (Winnipeg)
🏢 WSP
📍 Winnipeg