Project Specialist

Project Specialist

Utilities

$31.25/hr - $38.46/hr

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Columbus, Ohio (onsite at first; then hybrid) - Westerville area

Temp to Hire

• Assist the team in the development, monitoring, and maintenance of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Support the preparation and analysis of actual and projected Revenue Requirements.
• Partner with Accounting to oversee Oracle project setup, establish new vendor accounts, generate budget-to-actual reporting, and support other business-related financial activities.
• Create and manage purchase requisitions while reviewing, tracking, and analyzing invoices related to operational and project expenses.
• Compile, organize, and maintain critical documentation, including requests for proposals (RFPs), contracts, agreements, and contract amendments.
• Support contract administration and procurement activities, including developing scopes of work, preparing RFPs and bid packages, and assisting with bid evaluations and vendor selection processes.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and business updates for leadership, the Board, and other stakeholders as requested.
• Provide administrative, financial, and project support to ensure the successful execution of initiatives.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, along with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience; equivalent combinations of education and 5–7 years of related experience will also be considered.
• Experience with Oracle, ERP preferred.
• Relevant experience includes administrative, financial, budgeting, or project support responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while building positive working relationships across departments.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Proven ability to effectively manage time, prioritize competing responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with a professional demeanor and strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with the ability to create spreadsheets, reports, and presentations.
• Knowledge of workflow management and business process improvement principles is preferred.
• Familiarity with project management software and related tools is a plus.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally as business needs require.