Project Analyst/Assistant

About the role

The organization is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, with over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. With more than 75 years of experience, the company provides environmental solutions to municipalities, private industry, and government agencies, focusing on addressing environmental challenges through innovative engineering and construction services.

The PROJECT ANALYST/ASSISTANT role supports multiple projects by performing complex technical and project support tasks to ensure compliance with client obligations and organizational policies. This position independently manages a broad range of tasks, contributing to the successful execution and financial viability of projects, while providing critical contract and financial administration support.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact for contract support, managing documentation and ensuring adherence to contract processes.
• Support cost and rate development to maintain project financial health.
• Oversee all aspects of project maintenance to ensure smooth operations.
• Manage invoicing and progress reporting, communicating financial updates to stakeholders.
• Support subcontract and purchase order processes, coordinating with contractors and suppliers.
• Process subcontractor and vendor invoices accurately.
• Assist with billing collections as needed.
• Monitor project progress and reporting, assessing ongoing project success.
• Support project closeout activities including final accounts and contractual matters.
• Maintain and organize contractual and financial project documentation.
• Adapt to additional assignments as project needs evolve.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced team members as applicable.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project support or related roles.
• Degree in Project Management, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Competency in complex technical and administrative tasks.
• Proficient in cost and rate development and contract support functions.
• Skilled in managing subcontract and purchase order support.
• Strong abilities in monitoring and reporting project progress.

Pay

• Location A: $64,000 - $87,000
• Location B: $71,000 - $96,000
• Location C: $77,000 - $105,000

Salary ranges are based on primary work location and may vary depending on skills, experience, and education.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Performance-based bonuses
• Employee referral bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Long-term care insurance