Project Coordinator

Who We Are

Willdan is a nationwide provider of comprehensive solutions that help organizations evolve and thrive as natural resources and infrastructure change. Since 1964, our team of experts in energy, engineering, safety, financial and strategic planning, microgrids, and software offer best-in-class services ranging from electric grid optimization to energy efficiency to energy design assistance. Using this collective expertise, we have delivered over 100,000 projects to public agencies, small businesses, healthcare, hospitality, and educational facilities. We provide program administration and assistance to improve grid resiliency to over 50 investor-owned utilities.

Willdan Lighting & Electric currently has an opening for a Project Coordinator in our New Jersey office. This role supports program staff, contractors, field personnel and clients to develop energy efficiency projects targeting Small-Medium business customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Account Eligibility: Provide timely verification of account eligibility to contractors and sub-contractor(s).
• QA/QC: Conduct onsite pre & post-inspection curing, communicate with customers and contractors about outstanding issues, shepherd project close-out to resolve all issues in a timely manner.
• Facilitate third-party QA/QC project selection process, communicate with third-party evaluation party to resolve any ensuing issues.
• Administer the pre & post-inspection process using company portal and administration platform.
• Monitor key performance metrics related to the QA/QC process, identify and implement opportunities for program policy and process improvements.
• Project Close-out and Invoicing: To Review, reconcile and collect required project back-up documentation.
• Work with data analyst to complete weekly billing activities.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• A proactive, self-starter attitude.
• Use of a personal car is required. Documented mileage and tolls are reimbursed on a weekly basis.
• Ability to communicate effectively with our contractors and customers and work collaboratively with our engineering staff and program managers.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage projects from inception to close while maintaining strong customer service practices, the ability to multi-task, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of (or demonstrated interest and capacity to learn) energy efficient lighting technology and lighting controls, such as LED, occupancy sensors, daylighting, etc.
• Knowledge of (or demonstrated interest and capacity to learn) HVAC equipment and mechanical systems, including pumps, motors, variable speed drives, chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, chilled and hot water loops, and boilers.
• Proficiency with software tools such as: spreadsheets, project management, word processing, presentation, and Client Retention Management (CRM) programs and platforms.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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