Lab Administrative Assistant

Lab Administrative Assistant

Do you like working on dynamic projects from all over the world? Are you interested in applying your skills, talents, and education to work at a company that has a strong history and is well known in the industry? Do you want to be part of a team that will inspire you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? If you said yes to these questions, then read on to learn more about Knight Piésold and the opportunities we have open.

Why Join Knight Piésold?

You will be joining a reputable, well established global consulting firm with over 100 years of industry experience that specializes in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower and Water Resources.

We believe in the One Team approach, with everyone working together toward achieving a shared goal. Our engineers develop their skills through working on diverse projects, our knowledge-sharing culture, career mentoring programs and collaborating with top professionals in the industry.

The Role:

We are seeking a Laboratory Administrative Assistant to work in our Denver‑based laboratory. This role combines hands‑on concrete and soil testing with day‑to‑day lab operations support (supplies, shipping, sample inventory, and safety). It is ideal for someone who is organized, detail‑oriented, and eager to learn. We are willing to train the right candidate.

You must be self‑disciplined, motivated, and able to work in a team environment. This position requires attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Administrative & Task Coordination

  • Create and update PAs, work orders, and tasks in internal systems.
  • Track deadlines, follow up on outstanding items, and assist with simple scheduling.
  • Maintain organized electronic and hard‑copy files for lab projects, reports, and records.
  • Help order and maintain lab supplies and consumables; track deliveries and stock levels.

Supplies, Shipping, and Sample Management

  • Order and maintain inventory of lab and office supplies; track deliveries and reconcile packing slips.
  • Coordinate shipping and receiving of samples, equipment, and documents, including preparing labels and paperwork.
  • Log incoming samples, label and track locations, and help maintain an accurate sample inventory.
  • Take photos of samples and upload/organize them in the appropriate project folders.

Vendor & Facility Support

  • Serve as a point of contact for lab‑related vendors (e.g., cleaning services, DI water suppliers, consumables).
  • Help schedule routine services and communicate any facility or equipment issues to management.

Safety & Compliance Support

  • Assist with maintaining up‑to‑date safety documentation and logs.
  • Support the safety committee by helping with routine checks (e.g., housekeeping, eyewash, signage) and recording findings.

Team Support

  • Provide general clerical support (copying, scanning, data entry, mail distribution) to lab and project staff.
  • Communicate clearly with engineers, technicians, and project managers regarding sample status, supplies, and tasks.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • 1–3 years of administrative, office, or operations support experience preferred; lab or construction industry exposure a plus but not required.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word); comfortable learning new software systems.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and time‑management skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and follow tasks through to completion.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to occasionally lift and move boxes or samples (typically up to 25–30 lbs).

Knight Piésold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability,  genetic information,  service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

EEO Policy

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to Denver@knightpiesold.com  or please call us at 1-303-629-8788 between the hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm MST, Monday-Friday.

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