Executive / Personal Assistant

CDO Grouporporated
  • Oak Park, Illinois
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    About Us: 

    CDO Group is a leading construction management firm dedicated to delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. We take pride in our innovative approach and commitment to excellence. For more information, visit cdogroup.com.

    Job Title: Executive / Personal Assistant to the CEO
    Location: Oak Park, IL (In-House)
    Company: CDO Group
    Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
    Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
    Salary Range: $50,000 – $70,000 annually (commensurate with experience)

    Position Overview: 

    We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and resourceful Executive / Personal Assistant to support the CEO of CDO Group. This in-house role requires a high level of discretion, professionalism, and the ability to manage a wide range of administrative and personal tasks in a fast-paced environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    Executive Support:

    • Manage and maintain the CEO’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel.
    • Prepare and organize materials for meetings, presentations, and reports.
    • Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
    • Handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
    • Track and follow up on key action items and deadlines.
    • Assist with email management and correspondence.

    Personal Assistance:

    • Coordinate personal appointments, travel, and errands as needed.
    • Manage household or personal projects and vendors.
    • Support event planning for both professional and personal engagements.

    Operational Support:

    • Assist with special projects and initiatives led by the CEO.
    • Conduct research and compile data to support decision-making.
    • Help streamline processes and improve organizational efficiency.

    Qualifications:

    • Proven experience as an executive or personal assistant, preferably supporting C-level executives.
    • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
    • Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
    • Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and scheduling tools.
    • Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.
    • High level of discretion and professionalism.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience in the construction or real estate industry.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
    • Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Monday.com).

    Why Join Us?

    • Be part of a dynamic and growing company with a strong mission.
    • Work closely with visionary leadership.
    • Competitive compensation and benefits.
    • Opportunities for growth and development.

    If you thrive in a role that demands excellence, precision, and creativity, we want to hear from you!

     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationOak Park, Illinois

    Skills

    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • Budget Managementunmatched
    • Business Administrationunmatched
    • Calendar Managementunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Construction Managementunmatched
    • Data Collectionunmatched
    • Decision Supportunmatched
    • Email Management/Administrationunmatched
    • Event Managementunmatched
    • Executive Assistant Skills unmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Organizational Development/Managementunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Plan Meetingsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Process Developmentunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Project Management Softwareunmatched
    • Real Estateunmatched
    • Research Skillsunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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