Executive Assistant, Operational Excellence

Overview

Suffolk’s Operational Excellence department is redefining how we drive project delivery and predictability across the company. The Executive Assistant plays a critical role in supporting the day-to-day administrative and coordination needs of the Operational Excellence leadership team.

This position is ideal for a highly organized, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, polished work. The role will primarily focus on executive support, calendar and meeting coordination, travel planning, event logistics, presentation preparation, and departmental organization.

The successful candidate will work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams across the organization to help ensure priorities stay organized, meetings and events run smoothly, and administrative operations are executed efficiently and professionally. While the primary focus of the role is administrative support, there will also be opportunities over time to take on additional coordination responsibilities and support departmental initiatives as needed.

This role is based on‑site in our vibrant Boston office five days a week. Standard hours begin around 7:30 a.m., with some earlier starts required based on team meetings. Our Boston headquarters offers free parking, an on‑site gym, a cafeteria, and other amenities that contribute to a welcoming culture and distinctive workplace environment.

Responsibilities

Executive & Administrative Support

Provide day-to-day administrative support to the VP and Operational Excellence leadership team.

Manage complex calendars, meeting scheduling, and coordination across multiple stakeholders and time zones.

Coordinate travel arrangements, itineraries, expense reports, and related logistics.

Prepare, format, and proofread presentations, reports, meeting materials, and communications.

Maintain organized departmental documentation and distribution lists.

Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Meeting & Event Coordination

Schedule and coordinate meetings, leadership sessions, team events, offsites, and department summits.

Prepare agendas, capture meeting notes, track action items, and distribute follow-up materials.

Support logistics for department meetings and events, including room coordination, materials preparation, catering, and on-site support when needed.

Coordinate with internal administrative teams and business partners to ensure seamless execution of meetings and events.

Departmental & Operational Support

Assist with preparation and distribution of recurring operational reports and department updates.

Support the organization and maintenance of departmental trackers, files, presentations, and templates.

Help ensure consistency and accuracy across departmental communications and materials.

Commitment

This role supports senior leadership in a dynamic environment where priorities may shift frequently.

Flexibility, responsiveness, and strong organizational skills are important to success in this position.

Occasional early mornings, evenings, or event support outside standard business hours may be required based on business needs.

Growth Opportunity

Gain exposure to Suffolk’s operational processes and leadership team.

Develop knowledge of the construction and AEC industry.

Expand responsibilities over time through increased involvement in departmental coordination and operational initiatives.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in an executive assistant, senior administrative, or administrative management role.

Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate complex schedules and logistics.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.

Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and anticipate administrative needs.

Professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information.

Experience supporting senior leadership in a corporate or fast-paced environment preferred.

Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent professional experience considered.

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

EEO Statement

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Compensation Information

Where required by law, pay ranges can be found in Suffolk's job postings. Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk’s total rewards package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall total rewards strategy. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.

About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

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