Project Coordinator – Workforce Department Training Programs
Why you want to work here...
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members. Every member of GRID Alternatives must be dedicated to participating in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
The Opportunity…
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Coordinator to support our solar training and workforce development initiatives. This individual will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless planning and implementation of all Installation Basic Training (IBT) 120 projects, more broadly driven IBT activities including IBT 200, and procurement processes for the range of IBT projects.
Project Coordination & Scheduling:
- Manage complex project schedules, develop project timelines (including Gantt charts), and coordinate resources (people, materials, and equipment) to ensure timely project completion.
- Organize and assign tasks to team members based on input from the Technical Training Director and Technical Programs Development Manager.
- Coordinate training sessions, site visits, and lab builds, ensuring the appropriate resources are in place for successful execution.
Procurement & Equipment Management:
- Collaborate with the Workforce Development team, vendors, and procurement staff to ensure equipment purchases meet contract requirements, are delivered on time, and stay within budget.
- Finalize equipment orders and submit procurement requests, tracking shipments and managing the inventory of materials and supplies for training sessions.
- Ensure major equipment purchases are aligned with project requirements and contractual obligations, including Bill of Materials (BOM) and related documentation.
Site Coordination & Evaluation:
- Conduct site visits to evaluate potential training locations, ensuring they meet safety, accessibility, security, and engineering standards.
- Address any safety, equity, or security issues that may arise during site evaluations and coordinate with stakeholders to resolve them.
Support for Workforce Development:
- Support the GRID Installation Basics Training program and other workforce development initiatives by organizing training materials and assisting with training logistics as needed.
- Help with client and partner communications, meetings, and ensure smooth coordination of services related to workforce training.
Documentation & Reporting:
- Maintain accurate documentation of all project activities, including procurement orders, equipment receipts, training records, and site evaluation reports.
- Prepare and manage closeout documentation for partners and clients, ensuring all records are complete and up-to-date for GRID’s internal use.
Collaboration & Communication:
- Facilitate communication between internal teams, external partners, and vendors to ensure all project aspects are aligned.
- Assist in organizing and evaluating client/partner meetings and providing timely updates on project status and issues.
What you need to bring to this role…
- 2+ years of experience in project coordination, logistics, or procurement, preferably in renewable energy, construction, or workforce development.
- Ability to procure and ensure project success under a variety of challenges related to our work.
- Excellent communication skills (ability to work with external and internal partners, ability to represent GRID Alternatives positively)
- Excellent coordination/leadership skills (ability to build a positive work environment within teams)
- Comfortable working and leading with culturally diverse populations.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Passion for environmental justice, sustainability, affordable housing, the environment, or just generally grounded in making the world a better place.
- OSHA 10 and CPR certification.
- Experience managing complex schedules, coordinating site visits, and supporting procurement and equipment management.
- Familiarity with solar/clean energy, workforce development, or training programs is a plus.
Ready to Apply?
Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Please do not call and/or email requesting an update.
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!
