Operations Project Coordinator II

Gannett Fleming; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) equality

Job summary

GFT in Houston, TX is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our Shared Services team. This hybrid role requires regular in-person attendance in Houston and supports project managers, ensuring projects stay on track and client needs are met.

You will help develop budgets, assist with contracts and invoicing, monitor financials, and liaise between staff, suppliers, and clients. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in accounting or related field and at least two years’ coordinating experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a project coordinator or similar role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
• Effective time management and collaborative attitude under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepares fee proposal templates, draft contracts, and subcontracts for review.
• Ensures projects adhere to contract language and requirements; issues and tracks project amendment documentation and coordinates for review.
• Assists in developing WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) and Project Authorization forms including budgets and client invoicing requirements.
• Monitors project financials including variance, revenue, budgets, and WIP; assists with revenue variance issues.
• Serves as a liaison between internal staff, suppliers, and clients while communicating effectively on behalf of Project Managers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Collaboration

MS Office & Acrobat

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, Texas, Houston

Aug 17, 2026

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our Shared Services team in Houston, TX. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance in Houston, TX.

What you'll be challenged to do:

In this role, you'll support projects that strengthen infrastructure in the communities GFT serves. You'll work with project managers and teams to keep projects on track, ensuring commitments are met and clients are supported. Your efforts will help bring critical initiatives to life, from transportation improvements to environmental solutions, giving you the chance to see how your contributions make a difference in the places where people live and work.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Prepares fee proposal templates, draft contracts, and subcontracts for review.
• Ensures projects adhere to contract language and requirements; issues and tracks project amendment documentation and coordinates for review.
• Assists in developing WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) and Project Authorization forms including budgets and client invoicing requirements.
• Monitors project financials including variance, revenue, budgets, and WIP; assists with revenue variance issues.
• Serves as a liaison between internal staff, suppliers, and clients while communicating effectively on behalf of Project Managers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 2+ years of experience as a project coordinator or a similar role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
• Effective time management skills and a collaborative, cooperative attitude, especially when working under pressure.

Compensation: $75,000 - $80,000, Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Houston, TX
Working Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
Employment Status: Full-time

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California Applicants

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles -Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Gannett Fleming does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Application deadline 6/1/2026

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