Project Coordinator- Travel Required

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 90 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values. The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Own the project accounting process within specified timelines. Create and update project schedules. Track and manage incoming documents from vendors, clients, field service. Keep detailed project notes from meetings. Oversee project procurement management. Communicate daily with Project Manager(s) for specific needs to eradicate obstacles. Ensure QA/QC procedures are adhered to. Prepare billing packages in accordance with customer P.Keep all stakeholders up to date with appropriate project information. Organize meetings, conference calls, on-line video calls. Research local code requirements, schedule inspections. Operate company or personal vehicle as needed. Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers/ coworkers, including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure. This position serves in the capacity of the Project Management Coordinator. Internal contacts consist of all levels of positions in the company from business unit leaders to entry positions. This position regularly deals with employees in exchange of information in person, writing, via telephone or by electronic transfer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's Degree from a fully accredited college in Business or other closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Safety –

Actively demonstrates vigilance in protecting self, customers, co-workers, contractors, suppliers and community from risky actions or unsafe conditions. Promotes and follows Peterson’s safety policies and guidelines. Peterson’s Communication Principles –

Able to demonstrate the following communication skills and principles when working with customers, co-workers, and other stakeholders: Peterson Values –

Behavior and work product aligns with Peterson’s Core values – Customer First, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Fun! Focuses on performance, manages execution. Solicits feedback to improve self, service, performance and the organization. Applies feedback to improve performance. avoids any action that could be interpreted to be for personal gain, in violation of Peterson’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, or as an abuse of positional power. Protects Customer, Manufacturer and Company proprietary information; Has personal awareness of body language and tone being used to maximize quality of communications. Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Offers to help others before being asked; Supports co-workers and provides them with grace. Reacts well under pressure; Manages difficult or emotional customer and/or employee situations; Responds promptly to customer and employee needs; Flexible; Asks for and offers help when needed; Looks for ways to improve performance and the organization as a whole; Pursues training and development opportunities. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers/ coworkers, including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure. Fundamentals of business accounting, contract progress billing and budget management. COMPUTER SKILLS Must be adept at using various applications including database, spreadsheet, report writing, project management, graphics, word processing, presentation creation/editing, communicate by e-mail and use scheduling software. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed primarily in an office environment that is climate controlled. Periodic work outside the office and shop areas that may or may not have climate controls will be required. This is a full-time position. Days and hours worked will mirror the business operations which typically runs Monday -Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary. With Peterson’s Customer First focus, the individual may encounter pressure in meeting customer needs, balancing competing deadlines and resource constraints. Situations must be handled in a manner that meets customer needs and does not negatively impact customer satisfaction. Customers are both internal and external. Must be able to use hands to manipulate keyboards and reach with hands and arms in the course of picking up and moving materials. The work environment is typically that of an office atmosphere; Some exposure to heat, noise, dust, fumes when working in field or shop environments may occur. Work environment considered to be moderate with seasonal temperature changes, occasional exposure to outside weather, and with a moderate noise level. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.