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 experience preferred.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will report to the Geotechnical Area Manager.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday - Friday, 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. Occasionally, overtime is required.

Travel

The position is in our Houston, Texas office. No travel is expected for this position.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

UES is the #1 fastest-growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group’s Hot Firm list in 2021, 2022 & 2023. As part of the UES family, you will foster client relationships through a defined set of values that demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. We STRIVE to put forth our very best. Focusing on Safety, Teamwork ,Responsiveness ,Integrity, Value, andExcellence. We provide full-service geotechnical, construction materials testing and inspection, and environmental services to our clients. Our continued success and growth begin with our wonderful team members!

Some of the perks you’ll enjoy as a part of the UES Family:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a generous company match!
• Amazing team members and a friendly atmosphere!
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Seven paid holidays per year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (subsidized)
• Short Term Disability (Paid by employer)
• Long Term Disability (PAID by employer)
• Life and AD&D insurance (PAID by employer)