Assistant Project Specialist

Assistant Project Specialist (Denver)Location: Englewood, COOnsite Flexibility: OnsiteContract DetailsPosition Type: ContractContract Duration: 12 monthsPay Rate: $30.69–$31.38 / Hour (USD)Shift / Schedule: Standard 8–5, Monday–Friday; eligible for flex 9/80Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Job SummaryWe need someone to help with our internal cost management system. This will require working with project managers to set up new projects, update project financials mid-project, close out projects, and help with various financial questions or updates required during execution. It would be ideal if this person has a cost or financial background. Knowledge of company financial basics, including sales, revenue, income, profitability, and labor multipliers, is ideal. This person will need to be trained/on-boarded to the client's internal financial system called Ecosys. This will take several months to get them up to speed, and they will work independently with the project management staff for project updates.

The role will be an in-office role for 40 hours. It will require excellent verbal and written communication skills. We need a self-starter who likes to learn independently, take on challenges, someone who can dig into the system to identify the issues, and works well with a large group of diverse staff. This is in a corporate environment, so dressing professionally and working a standard 8–5 schedule are required. Additional administrative duties may be required from time to time.Key ResponsibilitiesWork with project managers to set up new projects in the internal cost management systemUpdate project financials mid-project as requiredClose out projects within the systemAssist with various financial questions or updates required during executionWork independently with the project management staff for project updates after completing onboardingDress professionally and adhere to a standard 8–5 schedule in a corporate environmentPerform additional administrative duties as required from time to timeRequired SkillsSelf-starter with strong initiative and enthusiasmAble to clearly and confidently explain their experience in detailAsks thoughtful, relevant questions during the interview processDemonstrates preparation by researching the company ahead of timeHigh-quality candidate who can adapt, perform, and succeed in a demanding settingExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to learn independently, take on challenges, and dig into the system to identify issuesWorks well with a large group of diverse staffSomeone looking for a long-term opportunity and growth with a companyCommitted to the onsite requirement and motivated to build a long-term careerPreferred SkillsCost or financial backgroundKnowledge of company financial basics, including sales, revenue, income, profitability, and labor multipliersStable work history (not changing roles every 6 to 12 months)Education RequirementsBachelor's degree in business, accounting, communications, construction management, or related field required; ORAssociate Degree and minimum 2 years of related experience required; ORHigh School Diploma/GED and minimum 4 years of related experience requiredRequired ExperienceIf substituting for a Bachelor's degree: minimum 2 years of related experience (with Associate Degree) or minimum 4 years of related experience (with High School Diploma/GED)Work Environment / Physical RequirementsFully in-office position — no remote, no hybridMust report onsite daily in the Centennial, CO areaCandidates must be fully committed to maintaining their commute long term; challenges have been noted for candidates commuting from areas such as Arvada, North Denver, and LovelandProfessional dress required at all timesStandard 8–5 schedule required; eligible for flex 9/80Important NotesManager is prioritizing candidates who are serious about the role, committed to the onsite requirement, and motivated to build a long-term careerDo not submit candidates who were previously submitted under Req BenefitsMedical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k Retirement FundAbout the ClientThis client is a 100% employee-owned infrastructure engineering, architecture, and construction firm with more than 125 years of experience building critical infrastructure across the energy, aviation, water, telecommunications, transportation, and healthcare sectors. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, and operating from 75 offices across the country and internationally, the firm employs more than 14,500 employee-owners and generates over $7.4 billion in annual revenue. Every full-time employee participates in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), creating a culture of accountability and shared investment in outcomes that has earned the firm a 4.2 out of 5 stars on Glassdoor across more than 1,800 reviews, with 87% of employees recommending it as a workplace and recognition as a Glassdoor Best Places to Work multiple years running. Teams here include civil and structural engineers, architects, environmental scientists, construction managers, project controls specialists, and program management professionals who engage with complex, consequential, and often one-of-a-kind projects.About GTTGTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.Job Number: