Project Coordinator, Utility Design

Since 1980 CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career At CobbFendley people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n):

• New Hire Program // We understand changing jobs can be intimidating CobbFendley has established a program geared specifically to the successful onboarding and integration of new hires into the firm
• Development Opportunities // Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Compensation Benefits // Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health Vision and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
• Paid Parental Leave // FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases
• Winter Holiday // Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Community Engagement // CobbFendley Cares focuses on STEM Education Hunger Relief and Sustainable Solutions

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator in our Houston Texas office.

The successful candidates most important qualifications include:

• Minimum 5 years clerical experience required
• Proven self-starter with strong time management skills ability to multi-task and prioritize highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Strong experience with professional letters reports and other communications
• Excellent and accurate communication skills both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills with flexibility to work with a variety of team members.
• Enthusiastic go-getter willing to take on new challenges.
• Proficiency with MS Office products including Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Knowledge of Deltek Vision software a plus.
• Knowledge of the Consulting/Engineering industry preferred.
• Ability to be discreet and professional at all times.

Essential Functions:

• Provide professional administrative support to the Utility Design Department and other employees within the organization when requested.
• Assist with permit coordination correspondence and email.
• Set up of projects and the entry of timesheet/expense reports in accordance with company policy in the company accounting system.
• Ability to multi-task and meet aggressive project and departmental schedules/deadlines which may include some overtime.
• Coordinate calendars assist with travel arrangements schedule meetings and assist with function planning for the department.
• Project/department document preparation and handling.
• Filing printing scanning copying and the binding of materials as needed.
• Assist with the timely scheduling of mail FedEx and courier services for department.
• Assist in the scheduling organization setup/breakdown of conference rooms and the setting up of audio-visual equipment for meetings. This may include the ordering of meals.
• Assist in the maintenance of the office. This includes common areas conference rooms and copiers.
• Training to meet company safety standards.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner at all times.

COBBFENDLEY CHARACTERISTICS

• We Collaborate // with a professional attitude making communication a priority.
• We Commit // to maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment with a focus on accountability.
• We Build Communities // by fulfilling our responsibilities with integrity that is consistent with industry standards.

PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Most work is performed professional office environment.

• Seated and Standing Position. Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Mobility. Movement within the office including navigating between floors and workstations.
• Neck Movement. Forward flexion extension or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion. Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Arm Movement. Extending hands and arms in various directions such as overhead below the waist forward or laterally.
• Object Handling. Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding them in the hands arms or over the shoulder.
• Cognitive Requirements. Selective attention oral comprehension oral expression speech recognition speech clarity written comprehension written expression problem sensitivity deductive reasoning inductive reasoning number facility information ordering category flexibility flexibility of closure fluency of ideas and originality.
• Office Conditions. Includes extensive use of electronic devices such as computers printers copiers scanners plotters and telephones. Additionally tasks may involve the use of cutting tools and equipment like rotary paper cutters and plotting devices.

EXPECTED WORK HOURS

• This is a full-time position generally 40 hours per week however hours may fluctuate depending on department needs including the use of overtime.
• CobbFendleys standard operating hours are Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM CST. Generally employees receive a 1-hour unpaid lunch break free of duty. Please note operating hours and lunch hours may differ based on project workload primarily for field staff.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for

employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy genetic information disability status as a protected veteran or any other protected category under applicable federal state and local laws.

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MISCELLANEOUS

• Pre-Employment Screenings. All offers of employment at CobbFendley are contingent upon the prospective employee passing a drug screening physical exam (if applicable) and various background verifications (including but not limited to 10-year history of the county state federal and a 5-year history of motor vehicle records). CobbFendley complies with all applicable state and federal laws regarding said screenings. Unless and only to the extent state or federal law limits CobbFendleys drug-testing requirements for initial hiring all candidates for employment are subject to pre-employment drug screening verification which may include a panel drug test for use of marijuana and other substances that may be lawful under state law but unlawful under federal law. A positive result may lead to disqualification of candidacy or termination from employment to the extent permitted by law. CobbFendley reserves all rights with respect to its drug-testing other pre-employment screenings and workplace policies and procedures.
• External Recruiting Agencies. CobbFendley does not and will not accept unsolicited resumes under any circumstances from independent recruiters recruiting agencies or similar entities. Recruiting activity on behalf of a candidate does NOT constitute CobbFendleys acceptance of terms and conditions without prior contractual agreements signed by authorized CobbFendley personnel. Unsolicited resumes through any channels including cold calling emails applications social media messaging etc. will not be reviewed.
• Work Authorization Sponsorship. Cobb Fendley & Associates Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). The E-Verify system uses federal databases to rapidly validate individual identities and work eligibility from the information gathered in the Form I-9. CobbFendley will not sponsor applications of work visas. We understand that this could affect your decision to apply with these conditions in mind.
• Applicant Accommodations. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) it is the policy of CobbFendley to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for the Company. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact the HR Department at 713.462.3242 or

Drug-Free Workplace Conditions

Medication Disclosure:

Employees and job applicants shall receive notice of the most common medications either by brand name common name or chemical name that may alter or affect a drug test. A list of such medications shall be developed by the Agency for Health Care Administration.

Contesting Positive Results:

An employee or job applicant who receives a positive confirmed drug test result may contest or explain the result to the employer within 14 days after written notification of the positive test result.

Responsibility to Notify the Laboratory:

The employee or job applicant has the responsibility to notify the testing laboratory of any administrative or civil actions brought pursuant to this section.

List of Drugs for Testing:

A list of all drugs for which the employer will test can be supplied upon request described by brand names or common names as applicable as well as by chemical names.

Right to Consult the Testing Laboratory:

Employees and job applicants are notified of their right to consult the testing laboratory for technical information regarding prescription and nonprescription medication.