Administrative Assistant

About DLZ:

Shape the Future with DLZ!

 

At DLZ Corporation, we don’t just design infrastructure—we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest.

 

Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact.

Job Description:

DLZ Corporation currently has an exciting opportunity in our Waterford, MI office; we are looking for a new Administrative Assistant! The ideal candidate needs to be outgoing, high energy and have excellent interpersonal skills. We look forward to the right person joining the DLZ team! Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process contract documents, including coordinating internal legal review and obtaining certificates of insurance.
• Assist project teams in preparing contract specifications.
• Provide administrative support, including preparing mailings, memos, correspondence, marketing materials, and other documents.
• Answer, screen, and route calls on a multi-line phone system, providing information or taking messages as needed.
• Greet visitors and clients, determine the purpose of their visit, and direct or escort them as appropriate.
• Answer questions about DLZ, including office and department locations, staff contacts, and services offered.
• Collect, sort, and distribute mail, messages, and courier deliveries; prepare outgoing shipments.
• Perform all work safely and in accordance with DLZ's Health and Safety Plan.
• Represent DLZ and its core values professionally with clients, visitors, and staff.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of office, receptionist, or related administrative experience.
• Experience with multi-line phone systems preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and comfortable learning new software.
• Experience with Adobe InDesign or other graphic design software is a plus.
• Strong organizational, customer service, and communication skills.
• Dependable, with a consistently professional demeanor.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay composed in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Self-motivated team player who is eager to take on new tasks.

Must provide salary requirements to be considered for this position!

DLZ:

Investing in Your Future: 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
• 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
• Paid parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Wellness program with reimbursement benefits

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At DLZ, diversity isn’t just a policy—it’s a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws. #LI-DM1