Project Administrator

Project Administrator5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier full-service provider of electrical construction, maintenance, and repair services with offices in Western Kentucky and Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. 5 Star specializes in Distribution and Transmission Power Line work, Substation, Industrial, Commercial, Streetlighting, and Fiber installations.Position Title: Project AdministratorOur Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.Classification: ExemptEssential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.The Project Administrator is to provide high level administrative support for a wide variety of utility construction projects within our Program Management and Field Operations teams. This includes working with the General Managers and Supervisors to provide information, follow up on questions and assist as needed. This position also uses a data driven approach to help educate essential project management decisions. It will also require taking and receiving calls, taking messages and directing calls as needed. This role is critical to the overall success of our various large scale construction projects NationwideRoles and Responsibilities:Maintain filing and spreadsheets (Knowledge of Excel a MUST)Schedules locates, locate meets and municipal inspector meetingsMaintains organized system of document retentionMaintains updated job scheduling and completion recordsEnsure Field Team is costing manhours and equipment appropriatelyWork with Foreman and Supervisors to gather data for Earned Value Analysis.Serve as dynamic support to Field Supervisor and Project management Team.Maintains a strong work ethic to ensure the required day's work is completeResponsible for timely communication with customers and SPS staffAnswering telephones, taking messages, and directing calls as neededPerforms other duties as assignedSuccess Factors:Data entry using the computer/ 10-KeyAbility to maintain a high level of accuracy under time constraintsAbility to maintain confidentiality concerning employee dataStrong time management skillsStrong interpersonal skills and solid team working abilitiesSound work ethicsStrong decision making and analytical thinking abilityWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office productsAbility to understand and follow specific oral and written instructionsAbility to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workersAbility to Display Sound JudgementAbility to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policyEnglish usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reportsWillingness and ability to learn additional skillsExperience and Education:High school diploma or equivalent desired1-3 years of administrative experienceAn equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basisAdditional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver License is required.Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.Notes: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.