Project Coordinator (Construction)

Econolite is an innovator of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) solutions, products, and services. Our technology is helping save lives and making the Smart City a reality. If you want to be at the forefront of this intelligent technology revolution, we want to talk to you about being part of our team. Econolite is committed to employing the best talent that will make significant contributions to building a safer, connected world.

Econolite's ITS solutions ease traffic congestion, provide safer mobility, and improve quality of life. As the one-stop-shop leader for traffic management systems, sensor products, and services, Econolite is committed to the advancement of connected and autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and cybersecurity.

The Construction Project Coordinator is an integral member of the Econolite Systems team responsible for coordination of ITS and traffic signal construction and maintenance projects primarily located in the Houston area.

DUTIES

• Provide support to the management team in the coordination and oversight of construction and maintenance projects
• Oversee maintenance management software data entries for billing of maintenance contracts on time & material basis
• Prepare project records with labor and equipment hours and inventory utilization details for project billing
• Prepare project change orders, and work orders / task orders for maintenance activities
• Obtain pricing from vendors for projects and work orders; prepare associated procurement requisitions;
• Write project status reports for submission to customers
• Use Microsoft Project (or similar) to prepare project schedules for presentation to customers, as well as to monitor staffing needs and remaining project working days
• Obtain material & equipment product datasheets and prepare material submittals for project approval by customers
• Review construction plans and prepare quantity takeoffs
• Conduct field reviews as needed for estimating, planning and verification of completed project work
• Streamline inventory processes for maintenance & construction projects
• Perform other duties as required and assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project (or equivalent), Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat
• Traffic Signal and Transportation Systems experience is preferred but not mandatory
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Effective oral, written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a cooperative team
• High customer service orientation

TRAVEL

May include travel within Texas and / or within the US

PRE-EMPLOYMENT

All candidates who accept employment will be subject to a background investigation and drug screening. For applicable roles, candidates who accept employment will also be subject to a Motor Vehicle/Driving Record screening.

BENEFITS

This role is eligible for benefits: weekly pay, weekly PTO accrual, paid holidays. Various medical plans, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, direct deposit. Basic life, LTD, 401k discretionary match. Other voluntary benefits include: identity theft protection.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, lactation, ancestry/national origin, citizenship, age, disability, arrest and court records, military & veteran's status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, or any other classification protected by state or federal law.

We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

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