Project Coordinator I

TRC Companies, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Disability leave

Job summary

TRC Companies, Inc. in Nashville, TN seeks a Project Coordinator to support TVA Energy Right programs for commercial and industrial clients. You will review incentive applications, ensure adherence to rules, and help drive energy efficiency initiatives.

Strong communication and project management skills will help you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes planning, documentation, and cross-functional coordination to meet program goals and customer expectations.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of administrative support or entry-level project management support.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Experience with state agencies, public authorities and utility energy efficiency programs is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with program staff and customers to manage multiple projects across the lifecycle.
• Review, validate, and approve incentive applications; inform customers of decisions.
• Anticipate project needs and ensure timely progress.
• Interpret program documentation and procedures.
• Submit for extensions and exceptions when needed to maintain incentives.
• Close projects and document outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with customers and contractors; ensure deliverables meet requirements.
• Track performance metrics and timelines; adjust as needed.
• Update project tracking systems and data entry accuracy.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

CRM technologies

Job description

About Us

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Overview

Project Coordinator – TVA Energy Right Business and Industry

Job Description: TRC Energy Services (TRC) is a nationally known energy efficiency consultancy. TRC collaborates with clients to develop and implement market transforming programs and initiatives that promote energy efficiency, beneficial electrification, renewable energy, and green building in multiple market sectors across the US. These initiatives reduce energy costs and improve the health and safety conditions of buildings, while also helping the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. TRC acts nationally to address some of our country’s most challenging problems: global climate change and energy independence.

TRC is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Project Coordinator to support our commercial and industrial energy program implementation in the TVA service territory. Your business acumen, decision making, time management, effective communication and professionalism allow you to thrive in a multi-faceted environment to meet program and project goals and objectives. As Project Coordinator, you will be responsible for reviewing and approving incentive applications to ensure quality, adherence to program rules, and energy efficiency/beneficial electrification measure review. Your knowledge, skills, experience, and passion for sustainability measures directly impact TRC, our clients, and most importantly, the consumer’s bottom line.

Qualified candidates will be a hands‑on, skilled resource and possess technical capabilities including knowledge of building systems, energy efficiency, green building and/or sustainability. Background and/or degrees in sustainability and/or energy efficiency is preferred. The position is located in Nashville Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with program staff and customers to actively manage multiple projects throughout the entire lifecycle.
• Determine project eligibility by reviewing, validating, and approving application documentation; inform customers of decision.
• Exercise independent judgement to anticipate project/customer needs and ensure projects progress in a timely manner.
• Understand and interpret program documentation, including but not limited to guidelines, processes, and procedures.
• Decide when to submit for project extensions and exceptions, to determine if projects can maintain incentives.
• Issue final incentive approval and complete project closure procedures.
• Create and maintain strong relationships with customers and contractors, ensuring deliverables meet or exceed the customer’s expectations and program requirements.
• Monitor performance metrics and timelines to support program goals. Determine and communicate when adjustments are required.
• Update project tracking systems, including online software, Microsoft Office and call center software. PC, keyboarding, and typing/data entry proficiency.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of administrative support or entry-level project management support.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Experience working with state agencies, public authorities and utility energy efficiency financial incentive and grant programs a plus but not required.
• Collect and document project requirements, successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management organizational skills, and attention to detail Excellent computer skills: proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and use of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) technologies.
• Team-oriented, hands‑on, highly skilled, adaptive, client‑focused mentality, ability to meet timelines and ability to work with little supervision.

Benefits

TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part‑time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full‑time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part‑time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation

In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation

Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

Disclaimers

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC’s career site.