Project Coordinator

WSP in the U.S.; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our Project Controls team in Columbus, NE. This role focuses on supporting project planning, coordinating client communications, and maintaining project documentation.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma, 5 years of project support experience, and strong MS Office skills. A Bachelor’s degree or technical degree is preferred. Hybrid work options are available, with primary duties in Columbus, NE.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• 5 years of project support/administrative experience.
• Experience supporting a high volume of projects.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills at an intermediate level.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Client and Project Manager, assisting in the development and ongoing activities of project planning through project implementation.
• Providing high-level coordination support to the client.
• Communicating relevant project information to the team.
• Scheduling and attending project meetings (internal or with client).
• Documenting and following up on important actions and decisions from meetings.
• Other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Generate project financial reports, including tracking the financial performances of projects.
• Setting up and maintaining project SharePoint sites.
• Assist with the preparation of bid documents.

Skills

Project coordination

Multitasking

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Two-year technical degree

Tools

MS Project

MS Visio

SAP

SharePoint

ShareFile

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is seeking a

Columbus, NE.

• Working closely with the Client and Project Manager, assisting in the development and ongoing activities of project planning through project implementation.
• Providing high-level coordination support to the client
• Communicating relevant project information to the team
• Scheduling and attending project meetings (internal or with client)
• Documenting and following up on important actions and decisions from meetings
• Other administrative tasks as assigned
• Generate project financial reports, including tracking the financial performances of projects
• Setting up and maintaining project SharePoint sites
• Assist with the preparation of bid documents

Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our Project Controls team. This individual must be within commuting distance of an office based in Columbus, NE.

Your Impact

Roles & Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Client and Project Manager, assisting in the development and ongoing activities of project planning through project implementation.
• Providing high-level coordination support to the client
• Communicating relevant project information to the team
• Scheduling and attending project meetings (internal or with client)
• Documenting and following up on important actions and decisions from meetings
• Other administrative tasks as assigned
• Generate project financial reports, including tracking the financial performances of projects
• Setting up and maintaining project SharePoint sites
• Assist with the preparation of bid documents

Who You Are

Required Education/Experience:

• High School diploma
• 5 years of project support/administrative experience
• Experience supporting a high volume of projects
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively
• Intermediate analytical and problem-solving skills
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills
• Strong attention to detail and a good communicator
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree / two-year technical degree or equivalent industry-related experience
• Experience with MS Project, MS Visio, and SAP
• Working knowledge of cloud-based file sharing platforms such as SharePoint, ShareFile, etc.

About WSP

ABOUT US

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.