Project Coordinator
Project Coordinator
Job Description:
The Project Coordinator partners with and supports the Project Manager in planning, scheduling, cost controls, and performance measurement of work performed by the project team and with other departments as necessary. The coordinator assists with planning, permitting, design, procurement, construction, and final closeout activities and works closely with the project team to establish and maintain detailed cash flow forecasts. The coordinator’s primary responsibility is to assemble and consolidate project information and to track and coordinate the progress of the project on a day-to-day basis to ensure project milestones and deliverables are achieved.
*THIS ROLE SUPPORTS A PROJECT MANAGER, CPR, AND/OR PROJECT TEAM.
Minimum Requirements
A four-year bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Construction Management, Information Technology, or another job-related field from an accredited college or university.
Instead of a bachelor's degree, four (4) years of project support experience are required.
Knowledge of project planning methodologies, such as critical path planning.
Knowledge of computers and database/spreadsheet/word processing software applications.
Excellent planning, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to conceptualize and organize project information and reporting.
Project controls or scheduling skills preferred.
Job Requirements:
1) Works with the Project Manager to establish the project plan and schedules.
Monitors and tracks project progress. Coordinates project planning and implementation, including identification of project goals and objectives, and maintains risk matrices and risk management plans.
2) Participates in project budget planning and development.
Develop project forecasts and cost analysis.
Coordinates required project approvals and the necessary funding process activities.
Tracks and reports on project budget and committed contracts.
3) Performs research, data analysis, documentation, and report preparation.
Verifies and analyzes the accuracy of all data and information used or generated by project; resolves any discrepancies or problems.
4) Serves as liaison for the project by coordinating resources, team activities, and exchanges of information.
Establishes and maintains internal and external contacts as necessary.
Oversee and ensure the timely processing and delivery of required materials.
5) Monitors and coordinates vendor accountability for deliverables and adherence to budget.
Reviews and processes invoices for payment.
6) Develops and is responsible for standard project management tools, including templates, reports, and performance indicators.
7) Coordinates and attends meetings.
Manages action items, monitors status, and provides regular updates to the Project Manager and team as necessary.
8) Prepares records of project activities.
Updates and maintains documents, computer databases, and SharePoint sites.
Monitors record keeping and file maintenance for the project.
9) Onboards new members to the project team by ensuring objectives are understood and appropriate access, training, and resources are available.