[Hiring] Project Coordinator @PSE Healthy Energy

Role Description

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and mission-driven individual to join our team as a Project Coordinator. This is a full-time, non-exempt role focused on providing administrative, analytical, and coordination support throughout the project lifecycle. This role is critical for ensuring projects are executed efficiently, on schedule, and within scope and budget.

As a Project Coordinator, you will collaborate closely with Senior Project Managers, scientific research leads, and project teams to support various aspects of project execution, including:

• Conducting detailed planning during project initiation
• Tracking progress and key performance indicators across the project lifecycle
• Ensuring activities align with organizational and project objectives
• Supporting the oversight of timely completion of tasks and deliverables
• Budget monitoring and analysis
• Fostering effective communication among team members, collaborators, and stakeholders

This role offers the opportunity to build and strengthen project coordination skills while making a meaningful contribution to cutting-edge energy and climate research.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in project coordination, project analysis, or related administrative support roles (preferably in a fast-paced setting)
• Strong passion for and/or knowledge of climate, energy, environment, public health, and/or energy policy issues (or a demonstrated eagerness to learn quickly)
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, paired with strong interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Proficiency with project management tools (Asana, Google Workspace, Slack) and experience tracking budgets/expenses
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
• Self-starter mindset comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Commitment to PSE Healthy Energy's mission and values, plus a sense of humor and enthusiasm for impactful work

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Environmental Studies, Policy, or a related field
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)
• Prior experience in research, academic, scientific, or nonprofit environments
• Comfort using AI tools (e.g., Claude) to boost productivity and coordination

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Annual Salary Range: $70K - $86K
• Work-Schedule: Full-time, non-exempt position with flexible working hours and remote work options to support work-life balance
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with employer match
• Additional Accounts: Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for healthcare and other eligible expenses
• Time Off: Flexible time off and 14 Paid holidays
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continued education, training, and skill-building