Project Coordinator

About This Role

A Project Coordinator at HBK Engineering is a position for professionals with foundational experience in project coordination and utility infrastructure projects. This role builds upon the Associate Project Coordinator responsibilities by requiring utility design and/or coordination experience and familiarity with area agencies, municipalities, and governing jurisdictions. The position involves working as a team member on diverse technical teams while demonstrating a strong desire for career progression and assisting in the growth of project management programs within the organization.

What You'll Do

• Work as a team member on diverse technical teams involved in engineering design and construction of utility infrastructure
• Solve complicated problems by breaking them down into manageable steps and applying project management methodologies
• Work independently on day-to-day tasks and prioritize efforts based on deadlines and project requirements
• Use software to track project performance in an organized and clear manner for internal and external use
• Develop, maintain, and improve tracking metrics related to project design and permitting progress including permit submittals, design and review statuses, client deliverable submittals, and other relevant project metrics
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external teammates for effective collaboration
• Provide support to project team leadership through assistance with project forecasts and analytics
• Support identification of project/program budget, forecast, and authorization concerns early and develop resolutions to meet required project metrics
• Support monitoring of program financial risks and opportunities and provide detailed analysis of variances to budget, quarterly plan, and month-over-month variance analysis
• Review external schedules from owners, clients, contract resources, and construction partners
• Monitor and maintain schedules with the project team to meet or exceed client deadlines
• Develop and improve non-technical program/project procedural documents for operational efficiency
• Coordinate project activities and communications between team members and stakeholders
• Assist with project documentation and reporting requirements
• Apply utility design and coordination experience to enhance project delivery
• Leverage familiarity with area agencies, municipalities, and governing jurisdictions for project success

What You'll Bring

• Typically requires bachelor's degree from an ABET/EAC accredited program (substitution of experience and confirmation of meeting qualifications may be extended to non-degreed individuals on case-by-case basis)
• CAPM or PMP licensure recommended
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required to track project performance in an organized and clear manner for internal and external use
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong desire for career progression while assisting in the growth of the program
• Utility design and/or coordination experience
• Familiarity with area agencies, municipalities, and governing jurisdictions
• Ability and willingness to learn new Microsoft Office 365 apps for project management purposes
• Problem-solving skills with ability to break down complex issues into manageable steps
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail for accurate tracking and reporting
• Ability to work for prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds at a time

What You'll Get

• Advanced project coordination role with increased responsibility and utility infrastructure expertise
• Professional development in project management methodologies with CAPM/PMP certification support
• Experience with utility design and coordination in real-world project applications
• Enhanced relationship building with area agencies, municipalities, and governing jurisdictions
• Advanced training in Microsoft Office 365 apps for project management purposes
• Leadership opportunities in program growth and development initiatives
• Experience with complex financial analysis, budget variance tracking, and project forecasting
• Professional development in procedural document creation and process improvement
• Clear career progression pathway within the HBK Organization's Project Management Track
• Collaborative work environment with diverse technical teams and external stakeholders
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Advanced preparation for senior project management and leadership roles

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $32.00/Hr. - depending on experience and qualifications.