At Claridge Homes, we are dedicated to quality and craftsmanship without compromise. Established in 1986 and located in Ottawa, ON, we pride ourselves on providing a healthy, diverse, and balanced work environment. Working with a team of over 250 full-time employees, top contractors and professionals, we have grown to become Ottawa’s largest land developer with residential communities, condos, retirement communities & the Andaz hotel in our portfolio!
Our team is an invaluable part of our business, and we show it every day. We promote inclusion, balance and diversity and encourage the development of the skills and abilities of our employees supporting them in all areas of their personal and professional development.
Join our innovative, passionate and dedicated team of highly regarded professionals and help us build the future of Ottawa together.
We are currently seeking a Design Administrative Assistant to join our team. As the first touch point at Claridge Homes Design Centers, we are looking for an upbeat professional to join our team. You are personable and a highly organized individual with excellent organizational skills with a strong knowledge of office related computer applications.
Reports to the Design Centre manager

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Completion of a Certificate or diploma in Office Administration and/or Customer Support Specialist.
Sales or customer service experience is required, preferably in new home sales.
Background and/or basic knowledge of construction or interior design is an asset
Passion for Interior Design an asset
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, Google Sheets and Google Calendar
Able to work in a fast paced environment
Independent, enthusiastic and hardworking individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Well organized, detail oriented and the ability to multi-task and coordinate various activities
Claridge Homes is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please advise in advance if you require any accommodation during the application or selection process. Any information you send us will be handled professionally, respectfully and in complete confidence.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted

Calling purchasers to schedule appointments
Handling clients and reselections in a professional manner
Completing clarification with clients
Handling purchasers questions and follow up
Assisting the designers with small change orders
Calling purchasers with urgent matters
Taking payments from purchasers and documenting for the accounting department