Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional goals, as well as their personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina with offices spanning the United States, primarily southeast and central United States.

Position Description

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Executive Administrative Assistant to provide high-level support for the President/CEO. The ideal candidate is a critical thinker with excellent communication skills who maintains confidentiality with discretion, anticipates needs, and effectively manages competing priorities. This role is 100% in office. 

Job Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments and travel arrangements.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations, and other documents.
• Act as a gatekeeper and liaison for the President/CEO, screening calls, managing email communications and prioritizing requests.
• Monitor and manage incoming requests for speaking engagements, sponsorships, or community partnerships.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, board materials, and other confidential documents.
• Coordinate logistics for internal and external meetings and events, including catering, venue booking, and technology setup.
• Maintain and reconcile corporate credit card statements and expense reports.
• Sort and distribute mail, respond, get approval, execute documents for President/CEO.
• Support personal tasks and other duties as requested.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Proven ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all levels of an organization, including senior leadership.
• Demonstrated discretion and integrity in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Flexible schedule as support may be needed outside of normal business hours.

Benefits

• We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.