
Engineering Project Coordinator at Thomas & Hutton (Columbia, SC)
Thomas & Hutton· Columbia, SC·
Role details
Job description
Support impactful engineering and construction projects where your work helps deliver successful outcomes across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll play a key role in coordinating project activities, supporting multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring projects stay on track. If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and thrive in both collaborative and independent environments, this role is for you.
What you'll do
- Support project managers and engineering teams in daily project activities
- Maintain and organize project documentation including schedules, budgets, reports, and meeting minutes
- Track project milestones and deliverables using tools such as Procore, MS Project, or Smartsheet
- Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and follow up on action items
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external vendors
- Monitor project risks and escalate issues as needed
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and engineering standards
- Assist in preparing technical and non-technical reports and documentation
What you bring
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in project coordination, preferably in an engineering or technical environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Familiarity with project management software such as Procore, MS Project, or Smartsheet
- Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to analyze and prepare both technical and non-technical documents and reports
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Experience working with engineering teams or technical documentation preferred
- Project coordination or project management certification (e.g., CAPM, PMI-ACP) a plus
Physical & Travel Requirements
- Frequently stationary with occasional movement through office or job site environments.
- Travel may be required, contingent upon the employee's primary work location relative to the geographic scope of project assignments. Estimated travel is approximately 10% and will be communicated in advance.
Why Thomas & Hutton?
- Competitive salary plus performance bonus
- Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
- Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
- Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career
Schedule: On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
How to apply: Ready to design the future? Apply today at thomasandhutton.com/careers. At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of "Building Relationships and Solutions for Success" shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee-owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities. When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with industry leading benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here. Learn more at thomasandhutton.com Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Why work at Thomas & Hutton
- Culture: Collaborative, employee-focused environment that values “human craft and ingenuity.” Projects are seen as “Places, Communities, Foundations, Legacies.”
- Work policy: Primarily on-site at one of the many office locations (Savannah, Augusta, Charlotte, Columbia, Greenville, Nashville, Mount Pleasant, Chamblee, Buford, Durham, Birmingham, etc.). Condensed work schedules may be available.
- Benefits:
- Zero-premium dental and Rx insurance (if wellness criteria met).
- Vision coverage, company-paid short- and long-term disability.
- Gym membership reimbursement.
- 401(k) with matching (50¢ on the $ up to 6%) plus profit sharing.
- Generous paid time off (eligible upon hire) and 8 paid holidays.
- Professional development: internal training, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education through Thomas & Hutton University.
- Recognition: Zweig Group “Best Places to Work” multiple times; strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee well-being.