Project Coordinator

MEA Forensic Engineers & Scientists is seeking a Project Coordinator for the Laguna Hills, CA office. The Project Coordinator (PC) works within a team that provides administrative support for a group of engineers. The PC team functions in a fast-paced, challenging environment that requires initiative, strong attention to detail, professionalism, resourcefulness, and the ability to multi-task.

Key Functions:

1. Project administration: record initial instructions from client; perform conflict searches; coordinate initial activities and prepare confidential documents; assist with report preparation (reviewing, formatting and editing); complete billing process for each file.
2. Project management: track progress and status of all active files; maintain an awareness of Engineers’ workloads, specializations, schedules and deadlines. Attend weekly team meetings.
3. Communication & Teamwork: timely and accurate communication with Engineers, Project Coordinators and clients regarding project activities and status; develop good working relationships with all Engineers, with other Project Coordinators, and other personnel at the firm.
4. General administration: handle incoming inquiries, mail distribution, reception coverage, and other duties, as required.
5. Specialized Tasks: conduct library and archival research; purchase materials for testing; handle evidence and follow procedures for proper storage and documentation; coordinate events and travel arrangements.

1. Four Year Degree
2. Accounting/Billing Experience
3. Strong oral and written English
4. Proficiency with MSOfficeSuite, online research
5. Typing/Data entry
6. Physical lifting 20-40 lbs
7. Current Driver’s License an asset