Project Administrator

Overview

Project Administrator

Where: Petersburg, Virginia (Fort Lee)

Type: Exempt

Compensation: Dependent on Experience

Work Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Project Administrator at Tessera include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 10 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment for our employees.

• Prepare project documents, drawings, plans, specifications, and related materials.
• Assist in developing cost estimates for vendor and subcontractor selection.
• Coordinate maintenance, repair, and facilities projects using Maximo CMMS.
• Support contractor onboarding, subcontractor management, and cost adjustments.
• Review blueprints and documentation to prepare labor, material, and cost projections.
• Consult with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to review scopes, estimates, and resolve issues.
• Prepare project cost statements, expenditure reports, and financial updates.
• Review project schedules and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely execution.
• Analyze material and labor needs for cost‑effective sourcing.
• Coordinate end‑user training for operators and maintenance staff.
• Maintain warranty and asset documentation for assigned projects.
• Provide backup support to accounting and work‑control clerks as needed.
• Perform life‑cycle and energy analyses for facilities and systems.
• Support accounting tasks tied to project and maintenance operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in general studies/engineering/management preferred.
• Associate degree in Business, Accounting, Management, Facilities Management required.
• 3–5 years of experience in construction, facilities management, public works, or government contracting environments.
• Experience in contract and vendor management.
• Working proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and understand basic mechanical, electrical, architectural, and civil engineering terminology.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

• Valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance carrier.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
• Access to this federal military installation requires a REAL
  -compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military , in accordance with the REAL .

Date Posted: 02/11/2026

Union Affiliation:
This position is represented by the Transport Workers Union of America

Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL
-compliant driver's license or an acceptable…