Job description

GFT is seeking a Senior Project Coordinator to join our expanding Power Group. This role will be based in Phoenix, AZ with the option for fully remote work for experienced candidates. Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here. What you'll be challenged to do: The Sr. Project Coordinator provides project management support to the Project Management team. Independently performs a variety of assignments requiring the application of standard project management techniques for projects throughout the project lifecycle. Responsible for mentoring and guiding Project Coordinators. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: • Attend client meetings and take detailed meeting minutes • Create meeting minutes using client approved templates • Distribute client meeting minutes within a few business days based on client requirements • Track open project resource requests • Monitor project schedules • Assist with cost proposals and change orders • Support project status meetings and compile meeting minutes • Communicate relevant updates to team members and stakeholders • Prepare project accrual and forecasting reports • Utilize project management software for data entry and setup • Compile documentation for new and active projects • Maintain electronic and hard copy project folders • Participate in project audits • Maintain internal KPI dashboards and track performance metrics • Perform other job-related duties as assigned What you'll bring to our firm: • 8+ years of relevant experience • Associate’s degree or high school diploma and equivalent experience • Advanced understanding of project management concepts • Strong organizational and communication skills • Proficiency in financial math and project management software What we prefer you bring: • Technical writing skills • CAPM certification • Experience in the energy industry or consulting services environment Compensation: The salary range for this role is $75,000 -$90,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location. Featured Benefits: • Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment. • Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. • Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan. • Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual. • Tuition reimbursement for continued education. • Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations • Incentive compensation for eligible positions. At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT. GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions. Location: Phoeniz, AZ Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Employment Status: Full-Time #LI-Hybrid #LI-AC1 Applicants in the County of Los Angeles- Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Applicants in the City of San Francisco- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Applicants in the State of California -Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

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GFT is seeking a Senior Project Coordinator to join our expanding Power Group. This role will be based in Phoenix, AZ with the option for fully remote work for experienced candidates.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Attend client meetings and take detailed meeting minutes
Create meeting minutes using client approved templates
Distribute client meeting minutes within a few business days based on client requirements
Track open project resource requests
Monitor project schedules
Assist with cost proposals and change orders
Support project status meetings and compile meeting minutes
Communicate relevant updates to team members and stakeholders
Prepare project accrual and forecasting reports
Utilize project management software for data entry and setup
Compile documentation for new and active projects
Maintain electronic and hard copy project folders
Participate in project audits
Maintain internal KPI dashboards and track performance metrics
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
8+ years of relevant experience
Associate’s degree or high school diploma and equivalent experience
Advanced understanding of project management concepts
Strong organizational and communication skills
Proficiency in financial math and project management software
Technical writing skills
CAPM certification

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