We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented
Project Coordinator IV - Sustainability to support the Los Angeles Community College District's (LACCD) BuildLACCD Sustainability Strike Team.
The ideal candidate brings a strong background in
project coordination, cost management, budget tracking, financial forecasting, and project controls, along with advanced Excel skills and experience working with project management systems.
Key Responsibilities:- Project Coordination: Support sustainability-related capital projects from planning and design through construction, commissioning, and closeout.
- Budget & Cost Management: Monitor project budgets, expenditures, commitments, funding availability, and financial performance.
- Financial Forecasting: Develop and maintain cost forecasts, Estimates-to-Complete (ETCs), and monthly budget reconciliations.
- Project Controls: Track change orders, contract balances, encumbrances, and financial risks to support successful project delivery.
- Reporting & Analysis: Prepare financial reports, analyze cost variances, and maintain accurate project data and dashboards.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Project Managers, Cost Analysts, campus teams, and program stakeholders to coordinate budgets, funding, and project activities.
- Sustainability Initiatives: Support capital improvement projects involving solar energy, battery storage, EV charging infrastructure, energy-efficient buildings, and decarbonization.
RequirementsMinimum Qualifications- At least 5 years of recent professional experience in engineering, project management, sustainability, project controls, cost management, or a related field.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Sustainability, or a related discipline. An additional 4 years of qualifying experience may substitute for the degree.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, financial modeling, data analysis, and budget reporting.
- Experience with enterprise-level Project Management Information Systems (PMIS), such as Proliance, Trimble Unity, or equivalent systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience supporting large-scale public works, educational facilities, or capital construction programs.
- Hands-on experience with cost forecasting, budget management, funding verification, and Estimates-to-Complete.
- Familiarity with BuildLACCD or similar public-sector capital improvement programs.
- Knowledge of Division of the State Architect (DSA) processes.
- Experience with renewable energy, energy efficiency, electrification, or sustainability-related construction projects.
- Experience with Tableau or similar reporting and data visualization tools.
BenefitsWe offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.
- Medical, Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
- Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
- Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
- Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
- 401(k): Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
- Education Support: Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
- Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000-$10,000 depending on level of hire
- Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
- Client Shutdown Days: Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
- Equipment: Laptop provided as needed
- Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles
