Type of position: Regular
Your future role on our team
Are you looking for a career opportunity that offers variety, responsibility and the chance to contribute to challenging energy and resources projects?
As a project assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting engineering project delivery, focusing on document preparation, quality control and team support, while also helping keep the Calgary office running smoothly. You’ll work closely with engineers, designers, project managers and technical specialists, providing support throughout the project life cycle.
You’ll also support office operations, including reception, visitor coordination, communications, meeting logistics and general administrative. You’ll need to be organized, detail-oriented, proactive, with strong written communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
This role offers the opportunity to become a trusted resource for technical teams while contributing to a positive workplace culture.
With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...
- Support engineering teams in preparing and delivering high-quality project deliverables, from proposal development to project closeout
- Prepare, format, edit, proofread and quality-check reports, proposals, correspondence, presentations and client deliverables to ensure accuracy, consistency and compliance with corporate and client standards
- Assemble electronic documents so they are ready for final submittal
- Assist in the final issuance of deliverables
- Maintain and track project quality documentation throughout the project life cycle
- Carry out reception duties, including but not limited to:
- Answering, filtering and forwarding telephone calls
- Managing visitor office accesses
- Managing mail and couriers
- Managing office inventory and placing orders, as needed
- Supporting employee requests and, where necessary, referring employees to the appropriate resource
- Scheduling meetings, lunches and other administrative activities
Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?
- Results-driven
- Thirst to learn and excel
- Willingness to work together while having fun
- Rigorous and ethical
Summary of certifications and job requirements
- Highly proficient with Word, Excel and other MS Office Suite software
- Proficient with Adobe Acrobat
- Exceptional written English skills, including proofreading, grammar and document editing abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
- Strong communication and soft skills
- Asset: experience supporting consulting engineering, professional services, legal, accounting or other project-based environments
- Asset: proficient in a second language (French, Spanish)
An overview of BBA’s total rewards
- Annual premium program for regular employees
- Onsite mobility premium
- Time bank
- Cellphone fee reimbursements
- Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
- Retirement savings plan
- Annual vacation and sick leave
Premium for employee referrals
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BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.
At BBA, you get many benefits
- A vibrant social club with something for everyone
- A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
- Custom training and development plans
- A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy
- Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces
- Committees involved in important causes: diversity, social commitment, and more
- A growing business with many opportunities
- An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness
About BBA
BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.
Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.
Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.
Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.
