Operations Project Coordinator

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our Shared Services team in Houston, TX. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance in Houston, TX.

In this role, you'll support projects that strengthen infrastructure in the communities GFT serves. You'll work with project managers and teams to keep projects on track, ensuring commitments are met and clients are supported. Your efforts will help bring critical initiatives to life, from transportation improvements to environmental solutions, giving you the chance to see how your contributions make a difference in the places where people live and work.

• Prepares fee proposal templates, draft contracts, and subcontracts for review.
• Ensures projects adhere to contract language and requirements; issues and tracks project amendment documentation and coordinates for review.
• Assists in developing WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) and Project Authorization forms including budgets and client invoicing requirements.
• Monitors project financials including variance, revenue, budgets, and WIP; assists with revenue variance issues.
• Serves as a liaison between internal staff, suppliers, and clients while communicating effectively on behalf of Project Managers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of experience as a project coordinator or a similar role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
• Effective time management skills and a collaborative, cooperative attitude, especially when working under pressure.

$80,000 - $85,000, Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

• 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

GFT 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.

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.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location:

Houston, TX

Working Hours:

8 AM - 5 PM
Employment Status:
Full-time

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.