What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Coordinator position at Vertiv?
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop with the Program Manager, maintain and effectively communicate a project calendar to include regular scheduled meetings, report dates and key events on the project. Ensure accountabilities are clarified for each calendar item.
- Support the Program Manager as required on ad-hoc requests/issues requiring management.
- Actively participates in developing and implementing policy and procedures to drive ongoing improvement efforts.
- Support the Program Manager in the preparation, design updating and communication of project reports including sourcing up to date KPI information.
- Schedule and attend meetings, create and distribute minutes.
- Must take initiative with limited direction to execute requirements.
- Establish effective communication routes with key project reps, Vertiv executives and customer representatives to identify information that is at variance to our plan. Report such information to the Program Manager for resolution/escalation.
- Support the Program Manager in developing a data center standard project life cycle and process for use on future projects.
- Support for Program Managers to identify key project information/records/procedures.
- Act as backup to Program Manager to run meetings and address and resolve project issues when the Program Manager is out of office.
- Ensure that project records are uploaded to the project intranet and designated project management system to ensure good practice is maintained. Highlight areas where records are not up to standard.
- Maintain the workflows and ensure they are followed where documentation is issued between internal Vertiv departments.
- Keep a confident and clean work environment on the Project Management Tools.
- Track task, responsibilities and due dates; driving action and accountability.
- Maintain respectful and efficient communication with the customer, making sure we track and deliver all requirements on time.
- File and archive pertinent project documentation, internal and external files.
- Perform visual site inspections, to suppliers, to internal Vertiv Manufacturing Plants and to Customer Sites.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum number of 2 years of experience in project management, construction, or manufacturing.
- Demonstrates ability to plan, set priorities, organizes and coordinates work with others.
- Builds good relationships.
- Is persuasive, assertive, demonstrates diplomacy and tact.
- Demonstrates professionalism (e.g., cooperation, courtesy, assertiveness, and non-defensiveness, accepting constructive criticism, and maintaining confidences).
- Demonstrates good customer relation skills by providing prompt personalized service.
- Effectively handles stressful situations (resolving conflicts and meeting deadlines).
- An ability to prioritize and be flexible to meet deadlines.
- Experience with Project Management Tools, preferably Procore, Oracle and Smartsheet.
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
- None
TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED
- Up to 10%
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
- Customer Focus
- Operational Excellence
- High-Performance Culture
- Innovation
- Financial Strength
OUR BEHAVIORS
- Own It
- Act With Urgency
- Foster a Customer-First Mindset
- Think Big and Execute
- Lead by Example
- Drive Continuous Improvement
- Learn and Seek Out Development
At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
