Project Coordinator

Socket.dev; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k)

PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our expanding Power Group. This role will be based in Roanoke, VA, Charlotte, NC, or Monroeville, PA with the option for fully remote work for experienced candidates.

The Project Coordinator provides project management support to the Project Management team, performing a variety of assignments throughout the project lifecycle. You will assist with schedules, cost proposals, meeting minutes, dashboards, and audits while tracking performance metrics as

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience required.
• Associate’s degree or high school diploma with equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager and Functional Team Leads by tracking open project resource requests.
• Assist in monitoring the project schedule.
• Assist with preparation of cost proposals and change orders.
• Support project status meetings and compile meeting minutes.
• Communicate relevant information to all team members under guidance of Project Manager.
• Prepare project accrual and forecasting reports with guidance.
• Utilize project management software to set up and enter applicable data.
• Compile required documentation for all new and active projects.
• Prepare and maintain electronic and hard copy project folders.
• Participate in project audits.
• Support internal KPI dashboards and track performance metrics.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

3+ years of relevant experience

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s degree or high school diploma with equivalent experience

CAPM certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

GFT is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our expanding Power Group. This role will be based in Roanoke, VA, Charlotte, NC, or Monroeville, PA with the option for fully remote work for experienced candidates.

Joining thepower teamatGFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here.

What you'll be challenged to do:

The Project Coordinator provides project management support to the Project Management team. Under general direction, performs a variety of assignments requiring the application of standard project management techniques for projects throughout the project lifecycle.

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

• Assist Project Manager and Functional Team Leads by tracking open project resource requests
• Assist in monitoring the project schedule
• Assist with preparation of cost proposals and change orders
• Support project status meetings and compile meeting minutes
• Communicate relevant information to all team members under guidance of Project Manager
• Prepare project accrual and forecasting reports with guidance
• Utilize project management software to set up and enter applicable data
• Compile required documentation for all new and active projects
• Prepare and maintain electronic and hard copy project folders
• Participate in project audits
• Support internal KPI dashboards and track performance metrics
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

What you'll bring to our firm:

• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Associate’s degree or high school diploma and equivalent experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools

What we prefer you bring:

• CAPM certification
• Experience in the energy industry or consulting services environment

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $62,000 -$80,000. Salary is 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.

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 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 GFT.

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

Location:

Roanoke, VA, Charlotte, NC, or Monroeville, PA with the option for fully remote work for experienced candidates.

Core Business Hours:

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status:

Full-Time

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