Project Support Specialist

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Bethpage, NY, USA
In-Office
70K-78K Annually
Senior level
Professional Services • Energy • Utilities
The Role
Supports utility and federally funded projects by assisting with material reconciliation, FEMA team activities, data and work-order updates, schedule tracking, and project administration. The role uses SAP and Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, to maintain accurate project information and support stakeholders. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, analytical ability, initiative, and collaboration skills. A four-year business-related degree and utility experience are preferred, while six years of relevant experience and residency in Long Island or Queens County are required.
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K&A Power Group – is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources.

We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with our employees, clients and communities, wherever they are in the world.

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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Project Support Specialist to join our team at K&A Power Group in Melville, New York. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations:

  • Assist with oversight of material reconciliation process
  • Provide project-based assistance and support to the FEMA Team
  • Anticipate upcoming responsibilities or needs and use initiative appropriately
  • Utilize SAP to:
    • Record Data
    • Update New/Current Information
    • Update Work Orders
    • Track Schedules and export into Excel

What we’re looking for:

  • A four-year college degree is preferred, majoring in Business Administration or related field.
  • 6 years of experience performing this specific job function and requires some managerial oversight/direction.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrable quantitative and analytical skills
  • Utility background is preferred
  • Previous experience utilizing basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint).
  • Microsoft Project experience is a plus, as is prior work on a federally funded project
  • Demonstrate a high level of personal initiative and ability to interact with stakeholders positively and collaboratively.
  • Demonstrate a high level of skill in Microsoft Excel.
  • Must be in Long Island or Queens County
  • Hybrid Position in Melville, NY (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)

Pay Range $70,000-$78,000/year

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
  • 401K (Traditional and Roth with company match)
  • Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
  • Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
  • Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Parking and Transit Reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance

Check out our career page for more information!

The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

Skills Required

  • Six years of experience performing the specific job function
  • Some managerial oversight or direction experience
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Quantitative and analytical skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
  • High level of skill in Microsoft Excel
  • Personal initiative and ability to interact positively and collaboratively with stakeholders
  • Must be located in Long Island or Queens County
  • Four-year college degree, preferably in Business Administration or a related field
  • Utility industry background
  • Microsoft Project experience
  • Experience working on a federally funded project
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The Company
485 Employees
Year Founded: 2016

What We Do

K&A Engineering, part of K&A Power Group, is a power engineering and energy infrastructure firm serving utilities and related clients. The company provides engineering, consulting, EPC, project management, transmission, substation, distribution, protection and control, planning, and grid modernization services. Its work supports the development, delivery, and operation of critical electrical infrastructure across the United States and internationally.

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