Strategic Executive Assistant

Job Description: Strategic Executive Assistant to the CEO _ Sutton Engineering, LLC | Plano, TX_ About Us Sutton Engineering is an elite MEP engineering firm specializing in data centers and mission-critical infrastructure. We're a fast-growing company built on collaboration, hospitality, and an uncompromising pursuit of excellence — and we're looking for someone who thrives in that kind of environment, not just tolerates it. About the Role We're hiring a highly detail-oriented, adaptable Strategic Executive Assistant to work directly alongside our CEO.This isn't a traditional calendar-and-email role — we need someone who can genuinely orbit around a fast-moving entrepreneur, absorb shifting priorities without losing a step, and become a trusted extension of his day-to-day decision-making. The ideal candidate has previously supported an entrepreneur or business owner (not just a corporate executive) and understands the pace, ambiguity, and constant recalibration that comes with that world. Familiarity with EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), Strategic Coach, or Vistage is a strong plus — even partial exposure means less ramp-up time and a shared language from day one. What You'll Do Manage complex calendars, travel, and competing priorities in real time Act as a gatekeeper and extension of the CEO's voice in internal and external communications Track commitments, follow-ups, and action items generated in fast-moving meetings and coaching sessions Help keep quarterly priorities ("Rocks"), scorecards, and accountability structures on track Anticipate needs before being asked, and adjust smoothly when plans change without notice Draft correspondence, prepare materials, and represent the CEO's judgment with professionalism and discretion What We're Looking For Experience supporting a founder, entrepreneur, or owner-operator Meticulous attention to detail paired with genuine comfort in unpredictable, interruption-heavy environments Strong written and verbal communication skills Discretion and sound judgment with confidential information A calm, adaptable presence — energized by change rather than thrown off by it Comfortable taking direction and operating within someone else's priorities, while still thinking a step ahead Our Core Values Collaborative Hospitality Pursuit of Excellence Innovative Engaged _ If you've ever wished you could be the person who makes a busy entrepreneur's world run more smoothly — anticipating what's needed, catching the details, and keeping pace no matter how fast things move — we'd love to hear from you._ Company Description Sutton Engineering, LLC - MEP Design Firm focusing on mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering, project management - working in the Mission Critical Market Sector. We value THE TEAM approach collaborating with clients, architects, and multi-disciplined design teams. Sutton Engineering is committed to bring the spirit of innovation and communication to all clients.