Design Studio Coordinator at Solar Landscape

Highland Park, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
LandscapingIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proven experience in administrative support, preferably in landscaping, construction, or related industry
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
  • Customer-focused with a positive and professional attitude
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Preferred: Financial skillset

Responsibilities

  • Manage all front desk operations, ensuring seamless communication and a professional welcome experience for all visitors
  • Coordinate and schedule meetings for studio staff
  • Assist in maintaining an organized studio, including managing the material sample room
  • Gather and distribute information for signed proposals and contracts
  • Handle client correspondence, reports, and projects by typing and distributing them upon review and approval
  • Assist with the monthly billing process for construction/Design-Build projects, including weekly reporting
  • Coordinate and field calls for design supply vendors and production introduction meetings for the design team
  • Assist in producing all client and sub-contractor invoicing (partial and final) as requested
  • Perform financial analysis and assist in sales reporting as necessary
  • Provide administrative support for all business units, including data entry, typing, correspondence, report generation, and filing
  • Process new leads, which involves communicating with prospective clients and entering information into Pipedrive and Aspire
  • Produce and distribute all necessary job cost information in a timely manner
  • Assist with waivers for sub-contractor invoicing
  • Prepare, photocopy, email, and fax information and documents as needed or requested
  • Maintain an organized filing and archiving system to facilitate the quick retrieval of information
  • Handle confidential and non-routine information
  • Work independently and as part of a team on both ongoing and special projects
  • Ensure efficient process and information flow to meet all workload requirements
  • Complete work within appropriate timeframes to prevent backlogs
  • Consistently evaluate work to ensure it meets internal and external client expectations
  • Prepare and research information to identify process issues as requested by management
  • Communicate problems, client concerns, and associate matters with management in a timely manner
  • Participate in departmental and training meetings
  • Familiarize yourself with and follow all company policies, procedures, and work standards
  • Maintain a high standard of quality for all work performed
  • Arrive on time for each workday and be prepared

Skills

Front Desk Operations
Meeting Scheduling
Office Organization
Client Correspondence
Billing Process
Invoicing
Financial Analysis
Vendor Coordination
Data Accuracy
Administrative Support

Solar Landscape

Community solar projects for local energy access

About Solar Landscape

Solar Landscape provides community solar projects in New Jersey, allowing residents to access solar energy without needing to install panels on their own properties. The company partners with commercial real estate owners, municipalities, and non-profits to install large-scale solar systems, generating renewable energy that is distributed to the community. This model makes solar power accessible to renters and low-to-moderate income households, while also reducing energy costs and carbon emissions. Solar Landscape aims to transform the energy landscape by making solar power affordable for all and supporting environmental sustainability.

Wall Township, New JerseyHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$826.8KTotal Funding
PROJECT_REAL_ESTATE_INFRASTRUCTURE_FINANCECompany Stage
EnergyIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation

Risks

Grid interconnection delays could impact timely project completion and energy distribution.
Labor shortages may hinder expansion plans and hiring goals for 2024.
Potential policy changes could affect reliance on incentives and tax credits.

Differentiation

Solar Landscape focuses on community solar projects, making solar accessible to diverse communities.
The company partners with commercial real estate owners to utilize large rooftop spaces.
Solar Landscape's model allows solar benefits without individual rooftop installations, aiding renters.

Upsides

Secured $847 million in 2024, enabling over 200 commercial rooftop installations.
Partnerships with investors like KeyState Renewables enhance financial stability and growth.
Expansion into states like Maryland and Illinois opens new market opportunities.

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