Project Coordinator - Utilities Inc. of Georgia

This position supports the delivery of projects of varying size and complexity, primarily related to water and wastewater utilities. The role will be responsible for coordinating, organizing, and controlling project activities under the direction of the manager.Who we are

Our Purpose is to help people enjoy a better life and communities thrive. Corix has been building, operating, and maintaining water, wastewater, electric, gas and sustainable energy utility infrastructure for many years across Canada and the U.S. Our vision is to be the preferred utility delivering co-created solutions our customers want. Throughout our history, we have helped communities to grow and thrive by implementing safe and efficient infrastructure solutions that meet their unique needs. At Corix our values are safety, integrity, excellence, and connection.

The Corix team has an opportunity for a Project Coordinator in Jasper, GA. This position supports the delivery of projects of varying size and complexity, primarily related to water and wastewater utilities. The role will be responsible for coordinating, organizing, and controlling project activities under the direction of the manager.

What you'll do

• Handle project documentation, including filing, processing invoices and change orders, financial reporting, and requests for expenditure.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate relevant project information to internal or external project stakeholders, facilitate communication between parties, and create and maintain activity and progress reports.
• Assist with engineering proposals and bids, monitors project budgets, construction activity and coordinates timing with operations as needed.
• Provide support to the project and perform various project and/or field assignments under direction from the direct manager, Area Manager, or Project Manager.
• Ensure project needs are met in a timely and cost-effective manner by tracking all budget related information such as hours worked and expenses, preparing invoices and requests for expenditure, assisting with budget and report preparation.
• Coordinate contractor help with projects as needed, which may include reviewing reports or proposals from external engineers or contractors, and ensuring action items are addressed in a timely manner.
• Adhere to document management processes and assists with the preparation, review, submission of project documents. Paperwork may include: POs, invoices, legal documents, Letters of Intent, Request for Proposals, bid evaluations, contracts, quotes, bids, and notifications to bidders, project close-out documents, etc.
• Ensure contract fulfillment by communicating requirements to external parties (such as contractors, developers, engineers), and notifies management of escalations or items that could impact project success.
• Coordinate and complete the work necessary to obtain approval on emergency projects.
• Based on project need, may order and ship new materials, tracks inventory, and forecasts what materials are required to ensure optimal inventory management.
• Assist the Director, State Operations with monthly capital spending review, yearly capital planning and status of all open projects.
• May facilitate the project design process: ensuring timelines are adhered to, assemble required construction drawings for review, and track and report on progress of design and construction identifying any risks to timelines in a proactive manner.
• Attend project/capital meetings as required.

What you bring

Education and Experience

• Years of experience would be considered for education
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or in a similar field preferred OR Post-secondary technical diploma

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to calculate basic mathematical equations.
• Ability to read and interpret soil and hydro-geological reports and maps.
• Ability to complete work that will ensure the approval of all capital projects in a timely manner.
• Ability to keep accurate records and prepare and submit accurate reports.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, including negotiating, decision-making research and analysis, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide safe working conditions for fellow workers.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public.
• Ability to understand and implement a variety of the field's concepts, practices and procedures.
• Ability to motivate others in the pursuit of Company goals.

Life at Corix

• Paid Time Off and Holidays: We offer 18 days of PTO and 11 paid holidays,
• Health Benefits: The first day of the month after your start, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, health savings and flexible spending accounts and more.
• 401(k) Program: Employer contribution. Employer contribution made to the 401(k) plan are vested at 100% and start 30 days after your start.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include company provided life insurance, parental leave, Employee Assistance Program, discounted pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, and more
• Grow at Corix: Certifications/ Licenses reimbursement and more.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.

Additional Comments

This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit management from assigning other work as desired.

Management maintains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Corix Group of Companies is an E-Verify participating employer.

People Focused and Inclusive Culture

We attract and develop connected, high performing people of diverse background, ethnicities and experiences, who achieve their goals in alignment with our purpose, vision, and values. Creating an inclusive and respectful work environment where everyone is included and able to do their best work and feel as though they belong.

Corix is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. Accommodations are available upon request. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth (or related medical condition), or any other characteristic protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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