Project Control

Do you want to help engineer whats next

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients most complex challenges regarding the built environment. We leverage our collective and diverse experience technical expertise and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures advanced analysis code consulting and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With more than 750 employees in nine office locations throughout the United States SGHs industryleading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of whats possible.

Our Engineering Mechanics and Infrastructure (EMI) team in Orange County CA is looking for people who enjoy solving difficult problems in a creative way. EMI applies structural engineering mechanics materials science numerical simulation innovative technologies and collective expertise to solve our clients toughest problems in an inspiring work environment that nurtures lifelong learning and growth. A successful candidate may work on providing support for projects related to buildings nuclear facilities oil refineries government facilities pipelines tanks rail vehicles rotating equipment and other nonbuilding structures and systems.

We want someone passionate about orchestrating a portfolio of complex engineering projects to support our technical team in effective project .

We are seeking a highly organized and detailoriented Project Administrator to join our technical team and support multiple engineering projects. A successful candidate will support several Project Managers (PMs) responsible for overseeing engineering projects their technical business decisions and the work of about twenty engineers. You will be responsible for supporting the coordination and tracking of project progress ensuring delivery of multiple simultaneous projects on schedule and within scope. You will play a pivotal role in managing project milestones developing project work plans fostering communication between project stakeholders identifying risks coordinating resources and supporting the technical team in achieving project goals efficiently.

What youll be doing:

SGH has an opening for a Project Administrator with our EMI team in Orange County CA. This position will include the following:

• Support Project Coordination and Tracking: Support multiple engineering mechanics projects simultaneously monitoring and tracking milestones across projects to ensure timely delivery and alignment with client needs and expectations. Assists in managing daily operations of various projects ensuring seamless by identifying risks developing project work plans coordinating project staffing leveling resources and delivering on schedule while adhering to strict quality standards. Proactively track milestones in order to identify roadblocks early and ensure accountability among stakeholders to meet project deadlines.

• Project Planning: Work with PMs to develop and maintain detailed project work plans for each project including timelines resource allocation and deliverables. Work closely with the project team to define project scope and objectives fostering clear communication and alignment on goals and requirements. Aid in adhering to and planning for quality assurance requirements such as those required for most nuclear facilities.

• Portfolio Management: Efficiently balance client needs project priorities and competing demands across multiple projects. Work with PMs to ensure that client expectations are met while managing internal resources and timelines effectively. Facilitate teamwork across projects and teams ensuring crossfunctional alignment and fostering a supportive environment.

• Resource Management and Staffing: Coordinate staffing and resource allocation across multiple projects ensuring the right resources are available at the right time. Work closely with team leaders to level resources and optimize team performance across projects.

• Budget and Schedule Tracking: Track the financial aspects of projects provide reports on spending and coordinate or adjust work efforts with the technical leads and project managers to ensure that work is completed within the agreedtoschedule parameters. Track project schedules and deliverables across multiple projects adjusting timelines and priorities as necessary. Assist the PMs in ensuring that all projects are completed on time and that any schedule changes are communicated to stakeholders.

• Stakeholder Communication: Foster communication between staff leadership and clients to ensure a shared understanding of project goals challenges and expectations. Serve as a point of contact for nontechnical projectrelated updates and issues. Develop and utilize project tracking tools to keep stakeholders including internal staff leadership and clients updated throughout the project. Provide timely communication verbally and in writing regarding project risks milestones timelines and delays. Help to manage competing priorities and expectations across different stakeholders.

• Administrative Support Documentation and Reporting: Support and work closely with technical leads on administrative tasks such as preparing schedules drafting proposals meeting preparation vendor contract management and procurement. Maintain accurate project documentation including progress reports meeting minutes and status updates. Prepare regular reports on project performance and ensure that all documentation is uptodate.

• Risk Management and Assessment: Help identify project risks (e.g. related to the schedule and budget) and develop mitigation strategies. Proactively monitor and resolve issues to keep projects on track.

• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and methodologies. Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance project efficiency and outcomes for multiple projects. Compile lessons learned from completed projects to implement in future projects.

What Youll Need:

• Proven experience 35 years) in project administration and/or project coordination or equivalent experience in a related field (ideally within engineering mechanics or a technical environment).

• BS or MS with a concentration in Engineering Project Engineering Project Management Administration a sciencerelated degree or a businessrelated degree from an ABETaccredited university required.

• Strong understanding of project management principles methodologies and tools (e.g. Gantt charts and project tracking software).

• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks across several projects meeting deadlines and quality standards. Experience with resource leveling and staffing coordination across multiple projects.

• Familiarity with risk management and mitigation strategies in a project setting.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification preferred.

• Experience required using Microsoft Office Suite Project)

• Experience using project management software and scheduling software tools such as Primavera P6 preferred.

• Experience within the nuclear industry and/or civil engineering/structural engineering projects is preferred.

• Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage and motivate diverse project teams. Gets along well with others and provides enthusiastic help and support when appropriate.

What makes careers at SGH so special

The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator committed to advancing ourselves our teams and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is but always seeks what could be.

There are many reasons to love SGH.

• Our Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.

• Our People: We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.

• Our Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.
• Our Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with companypaid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles strong relationships and future prosperity.

This position is ideal for someone who excels in overseeing a project portfolio balancing client expectations and efficiently coordinating resources. If you are passionate about supporting engineering projects and working with a dedicated technical team we encourage you to apply!

Compensation

Anticipated annual base salary: $78520 $103480. This range is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidates experience and qualifications education and work location.

Base salary is a part of SGHs industry leading Total Compensation package. Our Total Compensation package includes base salary pay for extra hours worked an annual discretionary bonus program generous paid time off and health and wellness benefits with a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGHs Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.

Benefits Overview:

SGH provides the following benefits to eligible employees.

• Paid Time Off (Vacation time Sick leave Holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution
• Health Insurance (Medical Dental & Vision)
• Short and LongTerm Disability (company paid)
• Employee Basic Life and AD&D insurance (company paid)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Fertility Family Forming and Hormonal Health benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pretax Commuter Benefit
• AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
• Legal & Identity Theft plans
• Tuition Reimbursement

SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity in our workforce. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability please email