Cunningham | Quill Architects, a 20+ member award-winning architectural firm located in the heart of Georgetown, Washington, D.C., is seeking a full-time Office Manager.  Established in 1996, our firm culture is grounded in collaboration, camaraderie and creativity.

This is a role with significant independence and requires a manager who is a self-starter, schedule-sensitive, and one who is comfortable making decisions ensuring that the office runs smoothly. This position requires good interpersonal and presentation skills, office management experience, and strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Seated at the front desk, the Office Manager also creates the first impression people will have of the firm, so a friendly and professional demeanor is essential.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Working closely with the firm’s principals and senior administrative staff on marketing and accounting tasks as well as special projects
• Scheduling and coordination of presentations and meetings as necessary
• Scheduling, management and implementation of continuing education opportunities for staff
• Corresponding with outside parties including coordination and interaction with phone, computer, building technicians, and other office vendors
• Managing office organization
• Tracking and updating contacts database
• Manage office equipment and phone system
• Maintaining Shared Office Calendar (Outlook)
• Supporting internal office communication
• Tracking and ordering office supplies
• Sorting incoming and preparing outgoing mail
• Scanning, copying, sending and filing of documents
• Answering telephones and greeting guests upon arrival
• Planning in-house and off-site events, such as parties, retreats and catered lunches
• Assisting with personnel matters, including recruitment

Experience and Skills:

Required

• 2+ years of administrative experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Organized and attentive to detail
• Strong verbal, written and visual communications skills
• Comfortable multitasking and dealing with unpredictable situations
• Eager to work among a team of highly motivated individuals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, PPT), and Acrobat

Preferred

• CQA specifically hopes to find a candidate with IT experience who will serve as the primary liaison with our outside IT consultant.
• Previous experience in an office environment preferred, architecture or design firm a plus
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite programs including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator a plus

We offer competitive salaries, medical and dental benefits, 401(k), paid time off, company holidays, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, growing and fun environment. Submit your cover letter and resume to cqa@cunninghamquill.com.