What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Specialist position at NV5?
Overview
NV5 (NASDAQ: NVEE) is a provider of professional and technical engineering and consulting solutions to public and private sector clients in the infrastructure, energy, construction, program management and environmental markets. NV5 is an ENR Top 500 firm; we offer a full range of professional services in offices throughout the U.S.
We are looking for a Project Specialist to support the Land Development group.
As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.
Responsibilities
Main Responsibilities:
- Professionally represent NV5 in interactions with permitting agencies, clients, peer organizations, and business associates
- Communicate proactively and appropriately with team members, permitting agencies, clients, sub-consultants, and others as needed
- Act as a team player, fulfilling your own responsibilities and supporting others, including occasionally performing additional responsibilities as needed to help the team meet deadlines and complete tasks
- Maintain project schedules, milestones, and details in project management tool with input from Project Manager and team members
- Prepare various types of documents for company use, team use, client use, for submittal to agencies, and for other end users
- Research agency requirements for permitting and associated activities
- Perform all administrative activities and tasks associated with project design and permitting
- Handle meeting scheduling, and calendar milestones and appointments
- Conduct other non-project administrative functions, in support of the team, Project Manager, Department Director, Department VP, or other company staff, as needed
- Complete all job functions proactively and independently with minimal input or direction from other staff
Qualifications
Knowledge/Skill Set:
- Teamwork skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently and proactively
- Persistence
- Prioritization and time management skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Working knowledge of standard office software and good typing skills
- Proficiency in the following software and skills:
- Microsoft Office suite and Project (or similar scheduling/management software), Adobe Acrobat, and the internet
- Office equipment (copiers, printers, binding machine, etc.)
Education/Other Requirements:
- High School Diploma and minimum of 5 years of professional experience or an AA or AS degree with a minimum of 2 years of professional experience
- Valid driver’s license
NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.#LI-Onsite
