Data Entry Specialist

EKN Engineering•Irvine, CA

About The Position

EKN Engineering is a fast-growing B2B engineering and technology consulting firm dedicated to providing innovative solutions to our clients. We specialize in delivering cutting-edge technologies and strategic consulting services to help businesses thrive in today's rapidly evolving landscape. As a trusted partner, we prioritize integrity, excellence, and compliance with industry regulations and standards. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Data Entry Specialist who follows through on commitments and takes ownership of tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience in data management within the utility or construction industry and be adept at handling large data sets with precision. Strong cross-functional communication skills and experience coordinating with multiple teams are highly beneficial.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple data sets.
Proficiency in Jira, Visio, and Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Queries).
Experience in data management, accuracy tracking, and compliance.
Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively across teams and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the utility or construction industry.
Familiarity with permit applications and compliance tracking.
GIS analytics experience is a plus.
Data analytics experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensure accuracy and completeness of data within internal systems.
Regularly update databases and track tasks with precision.
Troubleshoot data entry issues and resolve them in a timely manner.
Identify and submit database change requests as needed.
Read and interpret construction drawings to understand the scope of work.
Coordinate both internally and externally to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Assist in planning project deliverables and ensuring adherence to deadlines.
Support the tracking and reporting of permit applications and approvals.
Develop and update process maps using Visio.
Create and maintain work procedures to ensure data integrity and compliance.
Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements.
Track project deliverables per contract and customer requirements.
Assist in monitoring project goals and deadlines using tracking tools such as Jira.
Provide support in internal and external project communication.
Conduct analytics reporting and provide project-specific Excel support (VLOOKUP, COUNTIFS/SUMIFS, Pivot Tables, Queries).
Compile and analyze data to generate reports for internal teams and clients.
Ensure customer data is accurately generated, tracked, and delivered per contractual requirements.
Assist in developing and implementing training programs.
Provide guidance to team members on project tasks and deliverables.