Project Administrator

Discover your full potential At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than  550  locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees —  28,000 associates  working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

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We are currently looking for a  Project Management Coordinator  to work in our Kelowna, B.C. office. This role will be part-time with an expected 24 hour work week, with the potential to transition into full-time. This position supports the business functions for a group of world-class consulting engineers and scientists whose work focuses on geotechnical engineering services. This position will perform project management support activities related to initiating, tracking, and closing projects, as well as providing assistance with invoicing, change management, and other administrative tasks.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a part-time administrative role. Applicants need relevant administrative skills to be considered for this role and be currently located in Kelowna, BC since there is an in-office expectation for this position.

This is an hourly paid position, with an hourly rate ranging between $25 - $35/per hour for regular hours (all overtime is calculated at 1.5 times the hourly rate). Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Some of the Responsibilities You May Have:

• Project initiation and tracking using our in-house Oracle-based system.
• Proving cost and schedule tracking services to support our project managers (collecting and displaying relevant data to support decisions and recommendations).
• Confirming that quality and project management policies are being applied to projects.
• Facilitating file management and organization for projects, including financial approvals and changelogs.
• Project close-out support, in tandem with the Finance Team.
• Maintaining good working relationships with Administrative Team.
• Completing other administrative tasks as assigned by Manager and Team Lead.

Qualifications that Would Make You a Great Candidate:

• Industry related experience OR an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (post-secondary certification in a project-management-related program may also be considered).
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint) with a focus on Excel. Experience with MS Project would be considered an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Self-motivated with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
• Creative problem solver who works in a professional and ethical manner.
• Experience in a consulting environment would be considered an asset.
• Experience working with SharePoint or other document management software, as well as within an Oracle-based environment, would be considered an asset.

What Makes Tetra Tech A Great Place to Work:

• Benefits starting day one of employment.
• Eligible for overtime (calculated at 1.5 times) that can be banked or paid out, whatever you prefer. Some of our employees work a lot of hours during the busy times and then take extended time off.
• Hybrid work options when you are not in the field. We'll provide the technology for you to work remotely.
• Tetra Tech employs industry leading technical specialists across all environmental disciplines which promotes a strong mentorship environment and opportunity for technical growth.
• Tetra Tech supports life-long learning and provides an annual allowance for educational opportunities.
• You will be working with an amazing, very supportive team that takes a great amount of pride in our reputation and the phenomenal customer service we are known for.
• Tetra Tech is a global company with over 28,000 employees worldwide. By joining this team, you have access to this network of professionals, experience, opportunities, and corporate benefits (e.g., corporate discounts, stock purchase plan).
• Opportunity for advancement within our engineering group and within Tetra Tech globally.

Additional Information

A requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship (a copy of a valid work permit may be required).

To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required but will be explained during the recruitment process if they are necessary. As this position may be serving clients that have vaccination requirements for site access, we may be confirming your eligibility to comply with this requirement.

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We offer a great place to work, and an engaging culture that is based on innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Our compensation plan includes a competitive hourly rate and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.
 

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech’s core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women; First Nations Metis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; and persons with disabilities. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.