Office Coordinator

With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.

As an Office Coordinator at Pepper, you'll play a vital role in maintaining a professional, organized, and welcoming environment that supports both our people and our business operations.

This position provides direct administrative support to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and the Senior Vice President of Human Resources (SVP of HR), while also assisting with broader office coordination and employee engagement activities across the company.

This position will be onsite in our Barrington, IL office.

Position Summary

The Office Coordinator supports the daily operations of our corporate office, ensuring a high standard of professionalism, efficiency, and service. This role assists with scheduling, interview coordination, onboarding, office logistics, and event planning, while also providing key administrative support to the HR and Accounting departments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate discretion, professionalism, and strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

Administrative Support

• Provide direct administrative support to the CFO and SVP of HR, including calendar management, meeting preparation, and correspondence.
• Assist with document preparation, filing, and recordkeeping for HR and Accounting.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and handle all interactions with professionalism.

Interview & Onboarding Coordination

• Schedule interviews, meetings, and candidate visits.
• Prepare workspaces and materials for new hires, ensuring a positive onboarding experience.
• Post job requisitions in Dayforce and assist with background checks and pre-employment screenings.

Office Operations

• Oversee day-to-day office logistics, including supply management, equipment maintenance, and vendor coordination.
• Manage mail, deliveries, and general administrative needs to ensure smooth operations.
• Provide backup coverage for the front desk, greeting visitors and assisting with inquiries as needed.

Event & Meeting Coordination

• Plan and coordinate internal meetings, trainings, and company events.
• Arrange room setups, catering, and audiovisual needs for meetings and gatherings.
• Support service awards and employee recognition programs.

What You Bring

• Minimum of 3 years of administrative, office coordination, or executive support experience; prior experience supporting senior leadership strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a polished, professional demeanor.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HRIS systems such as Dayforce is a plus.
• Demonstrated discretion and good judgment in handling confidential information.

This is an hourly, non-exempt role. The salary range for this position is $70,000.00 - $750,000.00. We consider many factors when determining actual hiring salary. These factors may include location, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, internal equity, and market demands. Pepper Construction is dedicated to offering our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that prioritizes their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans, a generous 401k match, and a student loan repayment benefit. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, and personal days, Pepper offers fully paid medical and parental leave, mental health services, and more. For additional information, visit www.pepperconstruction.com.

Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.