Event Coordinator

Kimley-Horn, one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” is looking for an Event Coordinator to join the corporate team in our Dallas, TX location. This role involves event planning and execution for a variety of complex and concurrent training events and maintaining and expanding the firm’s continuing education accreditation. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer and project management skills with an emphasis on aligning event logistics with clear results-focused execution, as well as the ability to identify efficiencies and improvements to the events strategy. • 2-4 years’ experience in a related field (Event Management, Hospitality, Customer Service) • Excellent organization and follow-through skills, as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with limited daily supervision • Exceptional time management and organizational skills with a proven record of success in planning, coordinating, and executing multiple events simultaneously • Ability to demonstrate in depth understanding of MS Office including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams as well as familiarity with software such as Adobe Acrobat, and InDesign • Experience managing mid to large-size budgets, possess knowledge of contractual language pertaining to meetings and events, and have experience negotiating with vendors • Proven ability to work well independently and as part of a team • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to research and synthesize information to clearly communicate with others • On-site training sessions require longer workdays • Decision maker and problem solver with a collaborative/team-player attitude • Adaptability to changes and maintaining a client service mindset • Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines • Experience with event registration systems and event mobile app platforms (Cvent) • Willingness to apply creative and strategic thinking to routine and new events • Ability to work independently under own direction and initiative • Please include a cover letter with your resume. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are.