Consulting Associate, Project Coordinator (Entry Level)
ERM is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Project Coordinator to provide high-quality project support in our Indianapolis, Indiana office. We are seeking a highly organized administrative professional who is a team player with a positive attitude and will contribute to the efficient delivery of projects to ERM's clients. In this role, the Project Coordinator will support multiple Project Managers and Partners by driving execution of assigned tasks, applying creative approaches to achieving required outcomes, and ensuring quality deliverables. This is an excellent opportunity for an administrative professional looking to join a global environmental leader in an exciting and growing industry.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide high-quality project and administrative skills while successfully juggling multiple deadline-driven tasks.
- Assist Project Managers with invoicing, budget tracking, estimating, financial reporting, accounts receivables, special financial projects, and electronic document assembly.
- Support Project Managers with detailed project expense management including coordination with finance team on subcontractor, equipment, and travel costs.
- Support Account Managers/Directors and Project Managers in maintaining opportunities records using SalesForce.
- Support subcontractor management and project risk review through preparation of Subcontractor Work Authorizations, Certificates of Insurance, and contract review.
- Provide financial support for projects by assisting with managing budgets in ERM's accounting software.
- As part of the project delivery team, participate in project/account cadence calls and develop and track progress on action items lists.
- Proposal writing and support related to providing consistency with client contracts, billing rates, insurance, and invoicing practices.
- Liaise with Information Technology, SalesForce, and other administrative teams to respond to occasional information requests, office access, audio visual systems.
- Liaise with building maintenance personnel for occasional adjustments to building needs.
- Support travel planning and visits to the office through scheduling and event coordination support.
- Maintain supplies and breakroom supplies and snack size victuals.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 0-3+ years of administrative, project management, or financial experience in a professional services /consulting environment preferred.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Strong computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Project); experience with accounting software, Salesforce, ENFOS, and/or Avetta a plus.
- Ability to work independently to manage and coordinate multiple project assignments simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and ability to prioritize effectively.
- Strong organizational, scheduling, and planning skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team and be a self-starter.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Thank you for your interest in ERM.