Project Coordinator I

Project CoordinatorI

EKN Engineering is a fast-growing civil engineering and technology consulting company located in Irvine CA. We are searching for a Project Coordinator to join our rapidly growing Permits and Compliance team. This person must thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities shifting deadlines and high-volume workflows with accuracy and professionalism. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with exceptional communication skills and meticulous attention for and experience within electrical utility systems permitting and is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate complex scheduling and calendar management

• Provide administrative support such note taking spreadsheet creation etc.

• Prepare meeting agendas notes and follow-up actions

• Prioritize department needs and multitask effectively

• Support task management by tracking action items follow-ups and deadlines across department

• Coordinate internal and external communications to ensure deliverables are met

• Utilize strong written and verbal communication skills on a daily basis

• Manage tasks and assignments in a detailed and organized fashion.

• Create reporting and visualization data for various stakeholders

• Maintain systems dashboards and trackers

• Support onboarding for new hires (access requests documentation training schedules)

• Draft and distribute internal communications and announcements

• Report project risks and escalate issues as needed

• Assist with project billing and proposal facilitation

• Managing team members and providing guidance and support

Required Qualifications

• Requires 1-2 years of experience in project coordination administrative or related fields

• Bachelors degree with STEM or Business background preferred but not required

• Superb organizational skills and attention to detail

• Proven success in corporate setting working with all levels of management

• Proficient in Excel. Salesforce or SAP experience a plus.

• Ability to work on numerous projects in an environment with minimal supervision

• Ability to interface effectively and collaborate with clients peers project personnel and all levels of management to develop solutions and ensure successful projects

• Strong ethics influence leadership and interpersonal skills

Why Join Us:

At EKN Engineering youll be part of a company that values innovation and accountability and supports our employees professional growth and personal development. Here youll work with teams that push the boundaries of engineering to create solutions that enhance our communities and the environment by making utilities safer.

Benefits & Perks

• 100% Company-Paid Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance Comprehensive coverage to support your health and well-being.

• 401(k) with Company Match We invest in your future with a dollar-for-dollar match on contributions.

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Set aside pre-tax dollars for qualified healthcare and dependent care expenses.

• Exclusive Employee Discounts Access our BenefitsHub for savings on travel rental cars hotels theme parks and more.

• Monthly Catered Lunches & Daily Office Snacks Enjoy a well-stocked kitchen and regular team meals to keep you fueled throughout the day.

• Employee Engagement & Wellness We value connection and balance. Our team enjoys a variety of events and activities throughout the year including hiking outings summer BBQs sports games holiday celebrations and dedicated team-building days.

• JOYA Health Membership Access to over $1000 in annual skin health and wellness benefits including complimentary facials or peels aesthetic service credits priority skin cancer screenings teledermatology services and discounts on skincare products.

• Wellness Perks & Support Programs Access a variety of wellness resources including discounted gym memberships through One Pass mental health and self-care tools via AbleTo and Calm and monthly rewards for healthy activities through Rally.

Public Warning: Recruitment Phishing Scam Impersonating EKN Engineering

EKN Engineering has become aware of a phishing scheme targeting individuals with fraudulent interview requests and job offers. EKNs secure IT systems and private applicant information have not been compromised; scammers are impersonating EKN employees using the company name and branding to mislead and engage potential job seekers in fake recruitment processes. Scammers might reference real job openings or describe fake opportunities that generally match individuals professional backgrounds with the goal of establishing communication and eventually obtaining private financial information to defraud people. The Federal Bureau of Investigation and Federal Trade Commission warn that employment scams such as this are a growing cyber threat. EKN urges anyone who is contacted about employment opportunities to exercise caution and know that:

• All communication from EKN Engineering will be from an EKN employee using the @ email domain. We do not use third-party recruiters.

• EKN Engineering recruiters will only schedule interviews for candidates who have applied for a position through our secure portal.

• No corporate or IT systems at EKN are affected by this scam. The scammers are using EKNs logo and employee names to impersonate the company.

• You can directly contact us at with any questions or concerns.

EKN is committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community. We caution individuals to be vigilant in protecting personal data and vetting communication with new contacts from any company. Do not respond or provide any personal information if contacted by someone claiming to represent a company to which you did not submit a job application or profile. This scam can be perpetrated against any business and individuals who recognize and trust its name.

For information on EKN recruitment practices and policies please visit our career page or email To report a scam visit: from resume

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