Office & administration jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 10, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 5,012
Employers: 2,584

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $30.38Across 576 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $72,807Across 392 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $68,882Across 14 listings
Average starting payCAD / month: $4,999Across 10 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 1%50 listings
Hybrid: 14%685 listings
On-site: 85%4,239 listings

Not specified: 1% (38 listings)

Employers hiring include Canada Post - Postes Canada (266), HealthCareersInSask.ca (63), Chartwell (50).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Office & administration jobs in Canada

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- Part-time
- On-site
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- Full-time
- On-site
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ON · Toronto, Ontario
- Full-time
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- $70,000 to $85,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Hybrid
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- $50,000 to $55,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Residential Property Manager - Peterborough
Sterling Karamar Property Management
Toronto, ON
- $90,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Longueuil, QC
- Full-time
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JRS Engineering

Project Administrative Assistant

Burnaby, BC, Canada

Annual salary range: $50,000 to $65,000 · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: Annual salary range: $50,000 to $65,000
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Jan 3, 2027
Experience: Minimum 1 year of administrative experience ideally gained in any of the following industries – architecture, engineering, construction, insurance, or law
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 5, 2026

Original job description

JRS Engineering (JRS) is an industry-leading engineering firm providing professional consulting services throughout Western Canada. Since 1997, we have remained committed to delivering best-in-class building science solutions that prioritize value, quality, and performance. We work with our clients – developers, architects, building owners, property managers, legal and insurance professionals, industry consultants, manufacturers, and contractors – to deliver technically sound, cost-effective solutions for projects of any size and complexity.

Our Mission

To lead our profession by consistently delivering high-quality services, maintaining and cultivating our technical knowledge, and valuing our clients’ goals.

Our Corporate Culture

The JRS corporate culture is built on collaboration. Guided by our core values, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes growth through professional development, teamwork, and mentorship. We take pride in celebrating our people, their diversity, and their professional and personal achievements.

Your Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Project Administrative Assistant to join our Burnaby office. This position is part of a team providing support across our organization, with a special focus on supporting technical staff with the administrative aspects of their projects. Our ideal candidate has a positive attitude, excellent word-processing abilities, impressive proofreading skills, and an eye for detail. We are seeking someone who loves to multi-task and thrives on teamwork in a dynamic office environment.

Here’s what you’ll be doing at JRS

As part of an administrative team, complete project-based tasks such as typing, editing, proofreading, and formatting technical documents in accordance with corporate templates and standards including technical reports, letters, proposals, and contracts (including CCDC2s)
Transcribe and format dictated reports, memos, and other documents from electronic recordings
Assist with proposal preparation and collation
Assist with project setup process including project filing and preparation of project start-up documentation
Scan and file project documents in accordance with JRS’s document management processes
Provide direct administrative support to senior technical staff
Back-up reception duties as needed including answering phones, taking messages, sending emails, etc.
Ensure that office common areas (meeting rooms, kitchen, reception areas, etc.) are clean, organized, and exhibit a professional environment
Undertake other tasks as requested

Here’s what you bring to JRS

Minimum 1 year of administrative experience ideally gained in any of the following industries – architecture, engineering, construction, insurance, or law
Post-secondary education in administration considered an asset
A high-level of proficiency with Microsoft Word
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Adobe Creative Cloud
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills including accurate use of grammar
Excellent verbal communication skills
A highly collaborative approach and a commitment to working effectively in a team environment
A friendly, positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile
The ability to organize and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines
Initiative and the flexibility to adjust to changing priorities

This is an in-office position

Annual salary range: $50,000 to $65,000

Why choose JRS

Our people are the foundation of JRS, and we are committed to fostering an environment where talented professionals can thrive. We build best-in-class careers through tailored professional development plans that support career growth at all levels. Our team members benefit from dedicated mentorship, ongoing training, and continuous growth opportunities within our organization. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture and integrated team approach; at JRS, you will work alongside experts from diverse disciplines, gaining and contributing valuable insights and perspectives.

In addition to our commitment to career excellence, JRS offers a competitive benefits package and prioritizes overall well-being through generous vacation and a range of employee-focused initiatives and programs.

JRS Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Please let us know of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.

JRS Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. Please let us know of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.

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Responsibilities

The Project Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to technical staff, including formatting technical reports, proposals, and contracts. They will also assist with project setup, document management, and general office maintenance duties.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of administrative experience in a relevant industry such as engineering, architecture, or construction. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and strong proofreading and writing skills are required for this role.

Skills

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Adobe Creative Cloud
Proofreading
Editing
Technical writing
Document formatting
Transcription
Project filing
Administrative support
Communication
Time management
Attention to detail
Teamwork
Multi-tasking

Benefits

Mentorship
Training
Competitive benefits package
Generous vacation

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Engineering
Building science
Consulting
Project administration
Technical reports
CCDC2
Proposals
Contracts
Document management
Transcription
Microsoft Office
Adobe Creative Cloud
Office support
Reception
Professional development
Collaboration
Architecture
Construction
Insurance
Law

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