Site Development & Entitlements Project Coordinator

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Position:Site Development & Entitlements Project Coordinator

Location: Akron, OH

Job :2545

# of Openings:1

Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well‑being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients.

This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.

For over 65 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of 870+ professionals working in 14 different offices, it is our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose that unites us.

GPD is currently seeking a
Site Development & Entitlements Project Coordinator
in our
Akron, OH
office location.

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering, preferred, or other Engineering or Construction Management degree with 0 to 5years of experience in the field of civil engineering, stie development & entitlements, and/or project management.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D, and preferred BIM.
• Experience with project site planning, due diligence, all aspects of civil design and documentation, permitting, and construction administration required.
• Experienced and comfortable working directly with the client providing timely updates on project status, discussing project scope, etc. Demonstrates a customer service focus.
• Ability to work within a team environment working with individuals from various offices and in various disciplines.
• Must possess experience in coordinating with internal teams, including project planning, scheduling and tracking.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, professional writing skills and the ability to multi-task between several projects and priorities at one time.
• Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.

• Project scheduling and tracking.
• Site planning.
• Meeting and communicating with clients daily/weekly as determined required.
• Due diligence including feasibility studies, planning and zoning presentations and submittals including variance applications.
• Permitting research, submittals, and follow-up.
• Coordinating other field services such as land and building surveys, environmental studies, and geotechnical studies.
• Coordinating with teams of architects, mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineers.
• Project status reports and conference calls.
• Project Administration.
• Construction administration.

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching and company contribution
• Profit sharing
• Bonus
• Vacation & Sick Time
• And much more…

At GPD Group, we believe in the value of every individual. GPD Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we assure you that all applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veterans, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

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