Project Coordinator

Job Title: Project Coordinator – Professional Services (PacifiCorp)
Location: Medford, OR; Albany, OR; Portland, OR
Employment Type: Full-Time

Mountain Engineering is seeking a self-motivated Project Coordinator to join our Professional Services Project Management Team, supporting our ongoing contract with PacifiCorp’s Vegetation Management Program. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. A positive and adaptable attitude is essential, as program and project demands frequently shift and require responsive, solutions-focused support.

Job Summary

The Project Coordinator supports the Project Manager in overseeing field operations to ensure successful execution of project scopes, compliance with contract requirements, and efficient resource coordination. This role involves regular client communication, tracking project milestones, generating reports, managing personnel, coaching team members, and coordinating asset logistics. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, as the position requires consistent interaction with both clients and internal teams. The work environment is fast-paced and dynamic, requiring effective conflict resolution skills and a collaborative mindset to achieve project objectives. Frequent travel throughout the PacifiCorp service area, from Northern California to Northern Oregon, is expected, and overnight stays will be required.

Key Responsibilities

Scope of Work Execution

• Implement and support contract requirements
• Serve as main point of contact for field operations
• Delegate responsibilities to field teams
• Conduct quality control and field assessments

Administrative

• Generate and review invoices per contract terms
• Prepare and approve client reports and supporting documentation

Resource Management

• Review resumes, conduct interviews, and recommend hires
• Manage timecard approvals and employee performance
• Deliver coaching and disciplinary actions as needed
• Prepare and file employee reviews

Asset Management

• Track project-specific asset needs and usage
• Recommend purchases and maintain inventory oversight

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years in vegetation management or related field
• ISA Certified Arborist – Required
• ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) – Required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work in both office and field environments

Compensation

$45.00– $50.00 per hour
(Hourly rate based on qualifications and experience)

Work Schedule & Location

• Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts (overtime as needed)

• Candidate required to reside within the PacifiCorp territory, within a short distance of one of the following cities: Medford, OR; Albany, OR; Portland, OR
  
  

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Office and field-based work, including walking on uneven ground and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, and confined spaces during field visits

Benefits

• Premium health coverage for employees and dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• 40 hours of Accrued Paid Vacation
• 7 Paid Holidays and 5 Paid Sick Days
• 401(k) with 4% company match

Pre-Employment Controlled Substances Testing of Applicants.  

All applicants to whom the Company has given a conditional offer of employment are required to submit to a pre-employment Controlled Substances test and must receive a negative result as a condition of employment.  

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Mountain Engineering is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at our company are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  

Notice to Staffing Agencies 

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