Investing in Your Future At Akash Homes, we're not just about constructing buildings; we are dedicated to creating vibrant neighborhoods and sustainable communities across Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg and surrounding areas. We specialize in starter and move up homes in sustainable communities at attainable prices.

Summary We are seeking an Executive Assistant who will play a pivotal role in supporting our President and Vice President, while also ensuring smooth office operations and exceptional employee experiences across multiple cities. This is a temporary, full-time position to provide leave coverage. While the length of the assignment may vary, it is expected to last several months, with the possibility of future opportunities based on organizational needs. Based in Edmonton, this role offers the chance to work directly with senior leadership and be at the heart of a fast-growing company.

The Opportunity This is more than a traditional Executive Assistant or Office Manager position. As the Executive Assistant at Akash Homes, you will be instrumental in managing executive priorities, overseeing office operations, coordinating company events, and creating systems that drive organizational efficiency. In our fast-paced environment, one year at Akash Homes is like three years elsewhere, you will be challenged, supported, and positioned for rapid growth and development.

What You’ll Work On Executive & Administrative Support

• Serve as the right hand to the President and Vice President, ensuring their time is maximized and priorities are well-organized.
• Manage complex calendars for the executive team, ensuring strategic planning meetings and key business priorities are well-structured.
• Act as a proactive problem-solver anticipating challenges, finding solutions, and streamlining executive workflows.

Travel & Logistics Management

• Organize and book travel for the President, Vice President, and senior leadership team, including flights, accommodations, and itineraries.
• Support broader team travel needs, ensuring alignment with budgets and business priorities.
• Provide high-touch logistical support for leadership offsites and industry events.

Office Operations & Employee Experience

• Ensure smooth operation of our offices in multiple cities, including Edmonton, Calgary, and Winnipeg.
• Partner with local leaders to maintain a positive, well-run office environment that supports productivity and culture.
• Handle office vendor relationships, supplies, and facilities management, addressing issues as they arise.
• Establish and lead Employee Experience Committees to foster engagement and build company culture across locations.

Event Coordination & Special Projects

• Own logistics for company-hosted events, including team offsites, leadership summits, and internal gatherings.
• Coordinate team participation in industry events and conferences, ensuring a seamless experience for attendees.
• Support internal People & Culture initiatives that enhance team connection, collaboration, and engagement.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar role supporting senior leadership.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Strong tech skills in productivity tools such as Microsoft Office, Teams, and project management software.
• High adaptability in a fast-moving environment, with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for enhancing employee experience.
• Experience in executive support, office management, or event coordination is an asset.

What You Will Find Here Some highlights of our total compensation at Akash Homes are:

• Competitive salary
• Extended health care benefits (including dental and vision)
• Matching RRSP program
• Continuing education support

As Akash Homes continues to scale, we are committed to investing in a compensation and benefits package that supports our employees’ success and well-being.

Our Team Says It Best Above all, we cherish our culture at Akash Homes. Here’s what some of our team members say about working here:

• “‘That’s not my job’—doesn’t exist here.”
• “We’re supportive and we work really hard. We’re kind of like a scrappy startup.”
• “There is always going to be trial and error in everything we do, and we’ll succeed by working through it all together.”

IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility) at Akash Homes We are dedicated to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. We take pride in building an environment where our teams feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work. We believe that different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences create stronger teams and drive innovation.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Akash Homes provides accessibility accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Thank you to all who apply. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.