Project Coordinator

The City of Pearland is seeking to hire a full-time Project Coordinator to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Engineering & Public Works department. Are you data-driven? Could you excel in a fast-paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position!

The Project Coordinator earns a competitive hourly salary of $25.01 - $27.07/based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND

The City of Pearland has received a Top Workplaces of 2023 USA award from Energage, a leading research firm that specializes in employee engagement and workplace culture each year across the United States.

Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS THE PROJECT COORDINATOR

• Assists in the management of multiple complex capital projects under strict deadlines with limited direction.
• Provides coordination and technical support for the Projects Department including researching, analyzing and preparing written reports on financial and schedule performance using Microsoft Excel, Project, Word, PowerPoint and Access.
• Coordinates the necessary people, materials, capital and permit approvals to complete each project on-time and on-budget.
• In conjunction with the Project Manager(s), assists in the development, preparation and routing of project budgets, cash flows, change orders, contracts, deeds, plans, and maps.
• Completes and processes reimbursement documents for state, federal, or other agency funding.
• Plans and prepares articles, reports, brochures, promotional, and education materials.
• Gathers and compiles data; design and develop databases; makes recommendations for solutions; prepares narrative and statistical reports; and prepares visual aids including maps, tables, graphs, slide shows, exhibits, and similar materials to support projects and programs.
• Provides assistance to the Assistant Director of Projects and/or Project Manager(s) on special projects, involving research, compiling information or data of a specialized nature, analysis, planning, and technical support.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Construction Science, Engineering, Business, Public Administration, Planning, or closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, with experience managing multiple projects.
• Valid, Class "C" Texas Driver's License

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work experience in a fast-paced project management environment highly desirable.
• Intermediate skill level in the operation of Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project, is required.
• Experience working with project management software or possesses the ability to perform "expert level" operation, maintenance and demonstration/ training of departmental project management software to Contractors and Professional Service providers.
• Good oral and written communication skills, required.