Project Support Assistant Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies
Black & Veatch, Kansas City, MO, United States
Project Support Assistant
Date: Apr 23, 2026
Location: Kansas City, MO, US
The Opportunity
As a Project Support Assistant you will provide clerical and project administrative support performing routine activities under general supervision and within defined procedures. May have regular contact with clients, suppliers, or company employees outside the immediate work area to exchange information.
The Team
As part of BV Operations, your skills will be aligned to projects that support our three market sectors—Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. You will be engaged with exciting projects across the globe, from small community improvements to grand‑scale mega projects, while learning and focusing on your own individual development.
Key Responsibilities
Completes paper filing activities.
Receives and distributes mail.
Faxes documents.
Copies documents.
Prepares files for archiving.
Distributes documents.
Performs scanning and electronic filing.
Answers phones.
Greets and directs visitors.
Assembles documents (reproduction and collation).
Performs intermediate word processing and data entry.
Performs formatting and editing of more complex documents such as reports, proposals, and specifications.
Maintains spreadsheets.
Orders office supplies.
Maintains project calendar.
Arranges project‑related meetings, travel and/or events.
Generates or distributes ad hoc reports using various business systems and databases to internal project team.
Generates documents, such as letters and memos, specifications and reports.
May maintain personal calendar for project manager.
May route and track invoices.
Performs other general clerical duties as needed.
Creates expense reports for project team members.
Is coordinator of project communications.
Management Responsibilities
Individual Contributor
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years relevant experience preferred. Basic word processing and spreadsheet skills needed.
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Basic MS Word skills.
Basic MS Excel and PowerPoint skills.
Basic MS Outlook skills.
Spelling and grammar skills.
Concentration and cognitive skills.
Initiative.
Interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and reading comprehension.
Communication skills, including verbal and written skills.
Ethics and values.
Integrity and trust.
Ability to make decisions.
Problem‑solving ability.
Expense Reporting Systems (Creating).
Time Reporting Systems.
Time Reporting Policies and Procedures.
PeopleSoft and Blueprint Basic Users.
Telephony and Webconferencing.
Electronic Repository Systems.
Travel Systems.
Financial Information Systems/Business Reporting Systems.
Minimum Qualifications
Basic word processing and spreadsheet skills needed. All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Work Environment
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.
Salary Plan
ADO: Administrative Services
Job Grade
012
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits portfolio including medical, dental and vision insurance, disability coverage, a robust wellness program, flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
Additional benefits include a company‑matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, a voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms
Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
Nearest Major Market
Kansas City
Job Segment
Engineer, Engineering
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Date: Apr 23, 2026
Location: Kansas City, MO, US
The Opportunity
As a Project Support Assistant you will provide clerical and project administrative support performing routine activities under general supervision and within defined procedures. May have regular contact with clients, suppliers, or company employees outside the immediate work area to exchange information.
The Team
As part of BV Operations, your skills will be aligned to projects that support our three market sectors—Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. You will be engaged with exciting projects across the globe, from small community improvements to grand‑scale mega projects, while learning and focusing on your own individual development.
Key Responsibilities
Completes paper filing activities.
Receives and distributes mail.
Faxes documents.
Copies documents.
Prepares files for archiving.
Distributes documents.
Performs scanning and electronic filing.
Answers phones.
Greets and directs visitors.
Assembles documents (reproduction and collation).
Performs intermediate word processing and data entry.
Performs formatting and editing of more complex documents such as reports, proposals, and specifications.
Maintains spreadsheets.
Orders office supplies.
Maintains project calendar.
Arranges project‑related meetings, travel and/or events.
Generates or distributes ad hoc reports using various business systems and databases to internal project team.
Generates documents, such as letters and memos, specifications and reports.
May maintain personal calendar for project manager.
May route and track invoices.
Performs other general clerical duties as needed.
Creates expense reports for project team members.
Is coordinator of project communications.
Management Responsibilities
Individual Contributor
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years relevant experience preferred. Basic word processing and spreadsheet skills needed.
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Basic MS Word skills.
Basic MS Excel and PowerPoint skills.
Basic MS Outlook skills.
Spelling and grammar skills.
Concentration and cognitive skills.
Initiative.
Interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and reading comprehension.
Communication skills, including verbal and written skills.
Ethics and values.
Integrity and trust.
Ability to make decisions.
Problem‑solving ability.
Expense Reporting Systems (Creating).
Time Reporting Systems.
Time Reporting Policies and Procedures.
PeopleSoft and Blueprint Basic Users.
Telephony and Webconferencing.
Electronic Repository Systems.
Travel Systems.
Financial Information Systems/Business Reporting Systems.
Minimum Qualifications
Basic word processing and spreadsheet skills needed. All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Work Environment
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.
Salary Plan
ADO: Administrative Services
Job Grade
012
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits portfolio including medical, dental and vision insurance, disability coverage, a robust wellness program, flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
Additional benefits include a company‑matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, a voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms
Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
Nearest Major Market
Kansas City
Job Segment
Engineer, Engineering
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