Project Planning Coordinator

Populous; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,177 - 78,212; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional & Personal Development Programs

Summer Hours

Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams

Wedding Pay

Charitable Match Program

Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits

Job summary

Populous is looking for a Project Planning Coordinator to assist Project Managers with large projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in the AEC industry and an interest in diverse public assembly buildings, including sports venues and convention centers.

This role involves crafting project plans, monitoring expenses, and collaborating with teams on project proposals. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Deltek Vantagepoint are essential. A bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience are also required.

The salary range for this opportunity is $65,177 - $78,212 annually, depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience in the AEC industry.
• Travel may be required.
• Overtime may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in crafting project plans using Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Oversee and adjust project plans in response to issues.
• Contribute to project proposals using project plan data.
• Track proposal approvals and update project plans.
• Collaborate with Project Accountant and Project Manager on invoices.
• Monitor project expenses within Vantagepoint.
• Compile and distribute project financial reports.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication abilities

Highly self-motivated

Ability to work effectively independently and in a team

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Proficiency in Deltek Vantagepoint

Experience with Power BI

Attention to detail and accuracy

Demonstrated organizational and multitasking abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Project Management, or a related discipline

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Power BI

Job description

What We Offer:

• Professional & Personal Development Programs
• Summer Hours
• Hybrid SchedulePaid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams
• Wedding Pay
• Charitable Match Program
• Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits

Who We Are Looking For:

Project Planning Coordinator

We are seeking a Project Planning Coordinator to be an important part of the team, working with Project Managers on large projects. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in the AEC industry, and an interest in working in a dynamic global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, and transportation facilities.

What Your Day Could Consist Of:

• Assisting the Project Manager in crafting project plans utilizing Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Oversight and adjustment of project plans as needed in response to any issues.
• Contributing to the formulation of project proposals by utilizing project plan data.
• Keeping track of proposal approvals and updating the project plan accordingly.
• Close collaboration with the Project Accountant and Project Manager to manage invoice submission and tracking.
• Monitoring project expenses within Vantagepoint and identify any disparities compared to the planned budget.
• Compilation and distribution of project financial reports for Project Manager and Principals.

Requirements For Success:

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Highly self‑motivated, with the ability to excel in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team.
• Proficient in MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in Deltek Vantagepoint is highly desirable.
• Experience with Power BI is preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated organizational and multitasking abilities.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience in the AEC industry.
• Travel may be required.
• Overtime may be necessary.

Compensation:

• The projected salary range for this opportunity is $65,177 - $78,212 annually, and may be more or less depending on skills, experience, and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.