Job title:  Project Support Coordinator

ANDRITZ Hydropower North America is part of an international technology group with an extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. The group has around 29,800 employees and over 280 locations in more than 40 countries.

As the first equipment manufacturer in North America and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines, ANDRITZ Hydropower North America has more than 185 years of know-how.

In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining ANDRITZ Hydropower, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, and a clean future.
 

From water to wire – Be part of the movement!
 

Project Support Coordinator

Charlotte, NC - hybrid

Summary of the role 

The Project Support Coordinator is responsible for various administrative tasks to support the Project Commercial Managers in compliance with corporate and confidentiality policies. In their daily work, this person will focus on processing invoices & claims, running reports, reviewing orders, and otherwise assisting the Project Commercial Managers. This position is located in Charlotte, NC.

The following responsibilities form the core of this role: 

1. Invoicing:
   • Assist in issuance of project invoices
   • Monitor the payment transfers and follow up on delinquent payments
     • Log payments in invoice log
   • Collect and record vendor invoices 
     • Collect substantiation for payment of vendor invoices 
     • Ensure vendors are paid on time
   • Monitor and compile craft labor hours
   • Scan packing lists from site and save in associated project folders
2. Purchasing:
   • Review purchase orders for accuracy
   • Work with other departments to finalize POs before transfer to Commercial Manager for signature
3. Claim Management:
   • Assist in the preparation of claims
   • Collect documentation and prepare justification
4. Administration:
   • Assist in preparation of meeting minutes for project meetings
   • Participate in phone calls as needed
   • Other tasks as assigned by the Commercial Manager 
   • Create and maintain project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in SAP and project management tools
   • Complete data entry into the project management tools
5. Small Business:
   • Update tracking of costs for small business on a monthly basis
   • Search new vendors for small business certifications
   • Update internal Small Business database

Do you fit the profile?
Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to your strong skills and experience, we need someone with high motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team. 

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Result and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us. 

• Associate’s degree or above in a business, engineering or related field
• Highly self-motivated problem solver who takes initiative and maintains accountability for assigned projects.
• A professional, thorough communicator with excellent organizational skills.  Able to understand and document technical terms.
• Sharp analytical eye with particular attention to detail.
• Highly proficient in electronic technologies, with proven skills in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. SAP experience is a plus. 
• A team player who recognizes the importance of maintaining positive and productive relationships with clients, suppliers, co-workers, and management.
• Prior experience with construction contracting is helpful but not a requirement.

What do we offer?

• Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
• 401k matching;
• Hybrid work model;
• Annual bonus program;
• Employee assistance program;
• Employee individualized training and career plan.

Did you know?
ANDRITZ Hydro has:

• Over 185 years of experience in turbine design
• Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity
• Over 33,200 turbine units delivered
• Over 135 years in electrical engineering
• 65 representative offices worldwide
• More than 6100 employees worldwide 
• Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year
• A complete range of designs up to 800 MW
• 20 manufacturing sites worldwide
• 20% of all turbines in operation worldwide

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.