Project Coordinator

About the role

Rimkus is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting, specializing in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment. We are currently seeking a Project Coordinator that will assist designated Project Managers with day-to-day project and coordinating functions. The primary job duties consist of providing a high level of support to our clients in support of the professional's forensic engineering work. This is an in-office position where the individual is expected to be onsite during business hours.

Responsibilities

• Provides project support and coordination work
• Manages email and calendar
• Assists with scheduling of meetings, conference calls, inspections, and deposition or trial testimony
• Assists with logging time and expenses
• Tracks project milestones and deliverables to ensure timely completion
• Organizes and manages electronic project records
• Coordinates electronic file sharing of project data
• Coordinates shipping of technical equipment between district offices and Project Managers
• Coordinates technical equipment needs and team resources
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Qualifications

• An associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required
• Outstanding computer skills are expected, including the ability to effectively use and assist others with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with shared Outlook Calendar as a scheduling tool is a plus
• Experience in a project support or coordination role in the engineering, legal, or insurance fields a plus
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy
• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Must have good organizational skills as well as analytical and interpretive skills
• Should have the ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities
• Must have the ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Must have dependable transportation and have a valid Driver's license

Physical demands and work environment

• Work is performed primarily in an office setting
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, crouch, hear, and talk (must be able to speak and communicate clearly with employees)
• Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary
• There will be periods where overtime will be required to meet the company's business needs

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development