Project Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities.

Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication.

We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career? At CobbFendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n) :

Effective 2024, CobbFendley is proud to announce that FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoption cases.

CobbFendley pays for the entire cost of this benefit.

• Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions;
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance;

Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs

• Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Community service opportunities through the CobbFendley Cares Committee, focusing on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator in our Frisco or Fort Worth, Texas office.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate’s most important qualifications include the following.

• Proven self-starter with strong administrative, time management skills, ability to multi-task, highly organized, strong attention to detail and general financial understanding.
• Minimum 2 years of project support and task management experience.
• A / E / C industry experience required.
• Solid knowledge of general project management, coordination and administration required.
• Ability to determine client preferences concerning permit status, reporting and requirements for backup / supporting documentation.
• Ability to support timely project updates.
• Ability to manage project documentation to support permit application, design document control, project scheduling, and other project support functions.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Earth programs, preferred.
• Experience with SmartSheets is a plus.
• Motivation to work in a dynamic environment with strict deadlines.
• Desire to collaborate with professionals and clients to increase your industry knowledge and grow in your career.
• Commitment to perform responsibilities consistent with industry standards to achieve department and company goals.
• Interest in developing relationships with clients, partners, and local organizations to remain a trusted resource in the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Complete permit documents set-up from information provided by the Project Manager.
• Ensure all project attributes and variables have been properly input in accordance with the contract requirements and the permit’s jurisdictions.
• Assist Project Managers with set up, tracking, scheduling, and invoicing of projects.
• Provide high level of support to the Project Managers and Leads.
• Prepare various project related documents, reports, estimates, etc.
• Prepare and submit permits, project documents, construction packages, etc.
• Assist in documenting departmental and project related processes and procedures.
• Assist with filing and document preparation for the department.
• Contact and request drawings, documents, etc. from utilities, municipalities, etc.
• Attend team meetings, meeting with clients and with jurisdictions.
• Identify various jurisdictions permitting processes.
• Coordinate with various utility owners, municipalities, subcontractors, and team members throughout the project.
• Prepares project weekly report documentation for client including progress updates, meeting minutes, comment logs, change order log, submittal log, and schedule updates.
• Provide document control support to ensure effective and accurate project document management.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.
• Perform independent research and adapt changing priorities.
• Work in a collaborative team environment and deliver accurate work product that is error free.
• Adhere to CobbFendley’s safety standards to uphold a safe and efficient environment.
• Maintain a professional attitude and fulfill responsibilities with integrity.

If and when the duties and responsibilities change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity.

PHYSICAL + COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

• Seated and Standing Position. Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Mobility. Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments with potential for uneven surfaces.
• Neck Movement. Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion. Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Arm Movement. Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the waist, forward, or laterally.
• Object Handling. Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding them in the hands, arms, or over the shoulder.
• Cognitive Requirements. Selective attention, oral comprehension, oral expression, speech recognition, speech clarity, written comprehension, written expression, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, category flexibility, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, and originality.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work Environment. Most work is performed in a professional office environment. Some trips to client offices and outdoor environments for observations will be required.
• Office Conditions. Includes extensive use of electronic devices such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, plotters, and telephones.

Additionally, tasks may involve the use of cutting tools and equipment like rotary paper cutters and plotting devices.

Outdoor Conditions. Includes walking and climbing on uneven surfaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions (heat and freezing temperatures), noise, and exposure to allergens (e.

g., pollen, dust, cedar, sumac, poison ivy).

• Safety and Equipment Use. Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, along with handling electric power tools, cutting tools, plotting equipment, rotary paper cutter, and other equipment.
• Driving and Vehicle Use. May involve driving large pick-up trucks with attached trailers, potentially operating watercraft, and for extended periods of time.
• Noise and Allergens. Potential exposure to high noise levels and various allergens, including poison ivy, sumac, dust, pollen, and cedar.
• Wildlife Hazards. Potential exposure to wildlife hazards such as animals, insects, and plants.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7 : 30 AM to 4 : 30 PM CST.
• This position may include the need for overtime hours.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

At CobbFendley, we are an equal opportunity employer, interested in qualified candidates with the requisite employment authorization eligibility to work in the United States.

All candidates are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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MISCELLANEOUS

• Pre-Employment Screenings. All offers of employment at CobbFendley are contingent upon the prospective employee passing a drug screening, physical exam (if applicable), and various background verifications (including but not limited to 10-year history of the county, state, federal, and a 5-year history of motor vehicle records).
• Work Authorization + Sponsorship. Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

The E-Verify system uses federal databases to rapidly validate individual identities and work eligibility from the information gathered in the Form I-9.

CobbFendley will not sponsor applications of work visas. We understand that this could affect your decision to apply with these conditions in mind.

External Recruiting Agencies. CobbFendley does not and will not accept unsolicited resumes under any circumstances from independent recruiters, recruiting agencies, or similar entities.

Recruiting activity on behalf of a candidate does NOT constitute CobbFendley's acceptance of terms and conditions without prior contractual agreements signed by authorized CobbFendley personnel.

Unsolicited resumes through any channels including cold calling, emails, applications, social media messaging, etc., will not be reviewed.