Project Coordinator

Position: Project Coordinator

Company: Loenbro - Midwest

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Reports To: Project Foreman / Project Manager

Loenbro is a leader in the industrial services space who strives to be more than just a contractor to our customer, but a business partner who provides superior quality and service. This is an opportunity to work for a great employer who puts employees and its customers first.

The Project Coordinator works with our Industrial Construction teams on project sites. This position is responsible for ensuring that the project(s) runs smoothly and if any issues occur, they are corrected immediately. The role reports to the Project Manager.

• Maintain a daily project diary and help establish project priorities
• Daily timecard entry and approval
• Track and record project costs, production quantities, yield statistics, and onsite inventory counts
• Compile cycle times and production information and log this information for historical data
• Gather pay item quantities and collect information on extra work items
• Conduct timely billing and reporting to maximize profit margins and positive cash flow
• Manage and maintain department specific technology and computer programs
• Document schedule delays and perform schedule updates
• Assemble and distribute project plans and specifications updates
• Sustain a comprehensive understanding of the plans and specifications
• Coordinate efforts with management, project technicians, and customers to maintain and meet project scheduling
• Provide an environment where dynamic project communication occurs between Project Technicians, Management, Superintendents and customers to ensure work is accomplished in an efficient, profitable, and safe manner
• Ensure proper job controls, i.e. quantities, costs, revenue and schedule
• Establish and maintain working relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, inspectors, etc., providing customer service to develop long-term partnerships with client base
• Ensure accurate reports for the job allowing for continuous improvement in performance
• Assist project in helping to meet or exceed expected margins
• Understanding and documentation of pipeline sampling/testing results
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management (Preferred)
• Strong computer skills required with a special emphasis on Excel skills
• Experience in the construction industry
• Competent in all Microsoft products and scheduling experience
• Strong work ethic, ability to prioritize and excellent communication skills
• Willingness to work both in field and office settings and an ability to work in a high production, fast moving environment
• A valid driver license and proof of insurability is required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.
• Must be a team player

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Indoor office setting with controlled temperature.
• Frequent visits to outdoor construction sites with exposure to weather extremes.
• Potential exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, or other environmental factors.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.