Project Coordinator

Project Coordinator –
ARCO/Murray – Chicago, IL – Salary: $55,000‑$60,000

ARCO is a family of construction companies dedicated to quality, safety, and client service. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. As a recognized Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative environment and opportunities for growth.

ARCO/Murray is looking for a detail‑oriented, self‑reliant Project Coordinator to join our team. The Project Coordinator will support project performance, establish processes, and drive their own success from day one.

• Type/pre‑prepare various items such as letters, bid instructions, meeting minutes, weekly updates, memos, proposals, outline specifications, timesheets, and expense reports.
• Assist Project Managers with proposals by preparing letters, outlining specifications, managing the work/design schedule, and assembling proposal books in a timely manner.
• Maintain lists for Project Managers, including job list for each region, subcontractor tracking list, filing and vacation lists.
• Prepare various forms as directed by Project Managers (Subcontracts, Purchase Orders, Change Orders, AGC Agreements, Professional Service Agreements, and transmittals).
• Serve as the point person for proposal and capabilities packages, assembling covers, tabs, company information, sell sheets, and other materials.
• Prepare for meetings and trainings, including scheduling, preparing handouts, and coordinating lunches.
• Book all travel when necessary.
• Answer incoming phone calls and coordinate communication with vendors and customers in the Project Manager’s absence.
• Maintain all files, including preparing new files and sending old files off‑site.

• 3–10 years of related experience; construction administration experience considered a plus.
• Excellent computer skills; must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Extremely organized, self‑reliant, proactive, and detail‑oriented.

• Industry‑leading performance‑based bonus program.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans.
• Tuition reimbursement for associates.
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child.
• 1‑month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel.
• 1‑week paid volunteer leave each year.
• 100% charitable match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid parental leave.

EOE, including disability/vets.