Geotechnical Project Coordinator
Houston, TX
Texas – Geotechnical Department /
Full-Time /
On-site
Overview:
UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.
Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.
As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.
The Geotechnical Project Coordinator is responsible for overseeing geotechnical projects from initiation to completion. The project coordinator will coordinate, prepare reports, manage budgets and schedules, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide technical support. The job requires extended periods of time working on the computer with various software systems related to geotechnical reporting. This job operates in a professional office environment. Some filing is required, which would require the ability to lift 5-10lbs boxes and bend or stand as necessary.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Coordinate with clients, drilling manager, engineers, and subcontractors regarding scheduling and project updates.
- Responsible for adding new projects into Labsys and creating project folder.
- Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders regularly.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, codes, and standards.
- Submit and coordinate with one-call system (underground utility assessment).
- Prepare boring hole drawings for the drilling crew and ensure that underground utility assessment has been scheduled and performed and results communicated.
- Draft boring locations on Google Earth, maps, and drawings.
- Prepare and assemble data, maps, drawings, KMZ files for Geotechnical reports.
- Prepare and organize report appendices.
- Update field boring logs in Labsys.
- Ensure that all reports and data are filed in project files.
- Other duties as assigned by drilling manager and geotechnical engineers.
- Assist with data entry into gINT and excel data template.
- Update master Google file with completed project locations.
- Coordinate training classes, background checks, and security badges for field technicians.
Skill Requirements
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, with ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other office software.
- Accuracy, attention to detail and timeliness with project results.
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- 2-3 years of Project Coordinator or administrative experience preferred.
Who We Are:
UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.
Growing in Excellence
As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 75 branches and 3,500 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.
Why Work at UES?
We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Click here to see how we support our people in and out of the workplace. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.
Check out our website: https://teamues.com/
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EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
