Operations Support Specialist

AtkinsRéalis - Beaverton, OR

Full-time

Beaverton, OR

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Operations Support Specialist at AtkinsRéalis plays a crucial role in supporting the section lead by managing information accumulation, data entry, analysis, and problem-solving for work planning and control. This full-time position is integral to the operations team, particularly in supporting a key client in Hillsboro, OR, and involves various administrative and financial tasks to ensure project efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders and change requests in SAP following standard operating procedures.
• Provide status updates for change order requests by creating or updating reports within Excel.
• Work with project controls, project management, finance, and operations personnel to expedite and trace purchase and change order status.
• Assist in the review of change orders in accordance with the client's approval process.
• Assist in the review and monitoring of invoices for the project.
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of a change order log.
• Assist in the review of contractor closeout documents.
• Facilitate and manage data inputs and changes across multiple projects under strict deadlines.
• Help organize financial meetings to review change order status.
• Prepare cost reconciliation between two or more estimates and explain variance cost drivers.
• Act as a liaison between the client and trade contractors.

Requirements

• Experience with SAP for processing purchase orders and change requests.
• Proficiency in Excel for creating and updating reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with clients and contractors.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in project management or project controls.
• Familiarity with financial reconciliation processes.
• Knowledge of construction or engineering project workflows.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedules
• Group Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development programs
• Tuition reimbursement program