Job Title: Senior Data Coordinator
Location: Irvine, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Utility Construction
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and reliable Data Coordinator who follows through on commitments and takes ownership of tasks. The ideal candidate will have construction experience in the utility industry and be adept at managing multiple work groups with diverse requirements. Strong cross-functional communication skills and experience in project coordination are highly beneficial. This role has the potential to involve travel, approximately 5-10% of travel for client meetings.
Key Responsibilities
Planning & Coordination:
• Schedule and develop meeting agendas, record minutes, and distribute follow-ups.
• Assist in planning project deliverables and ensuring adherence to deadlines.
• Convert action items into Jira tasks and maintain project tracking.
Process Documentation & Improvement:
• Create and update Wiki procedures in adherence to style guides.
• Develop and update process maps using Visio.
• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements.
Project Execution & Monitoring:
• Track project deliverables per contract and customer requirements.
• Support project managers (PMs) in monitoring project goals and deadlines in Lattice and
Jira.
• Assist with internal and external project communication.
Data & Reporting:
• Conduct analytics reporting and provide project-specific Excel support (VLOOKUP,
COUNTIFS/SUMIFS, Pivot Tables, Queries).
• Identify project database changes and submit update requests.
Training & Team Support:
• Train data entry and data coordination employees.
• Assist PMs in developing and implementing training programs.
• Provide guidance to team members on project tasks and deliverables.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required:
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple work groups.
• Proficiency in Jira, Visio, and Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Queries).
• Experience in process mapping and workflow comprehension.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
Preferred:
• Construction scheduling and planning experience in the utility industry is a plus.
• Knowledge of project billing and contract tracking.
• GIS analytics experience is a plus.
• Data analytics experience is a plus.
The hourly rate for this role ranges from $22/hour to $28/hour, depending on education and experience.
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EKN Engineering has become aware of a phishing scheme targeting individuals with fraudulent interview requests and job offers. EKN’s 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 @eknengineering.com 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 EKN’s logo and employee names to impersonate the company. · You can directly contact us at [email protected] 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 [email protected]. To report a scam, visit: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.
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EKN Engineering Irvine, California, USA Office
17780 Fitch, Irvine, California , United States, 92614
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