Project Assistant/Expeditor

Columbia Energy • Richland, WA

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About The Position

We are seeking a self-motivated Project Assistant/Expeditor to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a highly organized individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys problem-solving, multitasking, and keeping projects on track. The Project Assistant/Expeditor plays a key role in ensuring smooth project execution by tracking materials, coordinating schedules, and maintaining clear communication between internal teams and external stakeholders. This position supports the success of fabrication and engineering projects by managing documentation, expediting workflows, and providing administrative support to project managers. This is a full-time position; however, part-time candidates are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Positive attitude with a collaborative mindset and willingness to support team success.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Teams, Outlook, and Project).
• Ability to be mobile in an industrial environment as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting engineering, fabrication, or manufacturing projects.
• Familiarity with work orders, work packages, and procedural documentation.
• Experience working with government-regulated projects (Department of Energy or similar) is a plus but not required.
• A self-motivated and solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on project success.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements for increased efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Project Coordination: Assist project managers with tracking materials, fabrication progress, and project records to ensure projects stay on schedule and meet client requirements.
• Scheduling & Expediting: Support project scheduling efforts by coordinating with teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure timely progress and material availability.
• Communication & Documentation: Maintain accurate project documentation, ensuring clear and consistent communication across project teams.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, technicians, production staff, and project managers to optimize workflow and support timely project execution.
• Problem-Solving: Identify potential challenges in project timelines or material deliveries and collaborate on solutions to keep projects moving forward.
• Multitasking & Organization: Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining detailed tracking and proactive communication.
• Vendor Coordination: Work with suppliers and vendors to confirm material delivery schedules, resolve procurement delays, and track order status to minimize project disruptions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees