Job Details

Executive Assistant

Virginia Beach, VA | Full-Time | On-site

S. B. Ballard Construction Company

About Us

S. B. Ballard Construction Company is a top General Contractor/Construction Manager based in Virginia Beach, VA. We specialize in high-quality commercial projects across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. Check out our portfolio of projects at: sbballard.com/portfolio

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support the company owner and work side by side with other C-Level assistants. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on owning calendars, tracking action items, and working in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be detail-driven, calm under pressure, and exceptional at anticipating needs, following up relentlessly, and keeping owner on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Calendar & Schedule Management

• Proactively manage a high-volume Outlook calendar with multiple daily meetings, appointments, and deadlines
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, calls, and travel
• Send daily schedules and reminders; ensure Owner is prepared for all meetings
• Monitor and adjust schedules in real time as priorities change

Task Tracking & Follow-Up

• Maintain and manage high-volume action item lists
• Track commitments, deadlines, and approvals across business and project-related tasks
• Proactively follow up with internal teams and external partners to ensure completion
• Escalate urgent or overdue items as needed

Administrative & Documentation Support

• Transcribe meetings, notes, and dictation with high accuracy
• Draft and type emails, memos, and correspondence
• Maintain organized and accurate records and documentation
• Ensure sensitive and confidential information is handled with discretion

Independent Executive Support

• Anticipate needs and manage priorities with minimal direction
• Keep the owner on schedule and informed throughout the day
• Serve as a reliable point of contact during meetings and travel
• Communicate clearly via email, phone, and text as required

Required Qualifications

• 5 + Years Experience supporting senior executives or owners
• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant
• Demonstrated success managing complex Outlook calendars
• Strong follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple task lists independently
• High proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, SharePoint and Excel
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and maturity

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in construction, engineering, or a fast-paced professional environment
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure