Project Coordinator - Construction

Our client is seeking a Project Coordinator to join their growing team in Wayne, NJ, supporting public-sector construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This individual will work closely with project management and field teams to help coordinate schedules, documentation, subcontractors, and project execution across multiple active construction projects. Client Details Our client is a well-established General Contractor that has been successfully delivering public-sector construction projects throughout New Jersey since the early 2000s.

With a tight-knit team and a strong pipeline of upcoming work, the company specializes in projects ranging from $1M-$10M, including schools, municipal buildings, libraries, and public parks. The immediate focus for this hire will be supporting a police station renovation project within a municipal building, while also assisting with other public construction projects throughout the region. The company offers employees the opportunity to work closely with leadership, gain broad project exposure, and make a meaningful impact on every project they support.

Description Project Coordination:
Support Project Managers with day-to-day project coordination activities Documenation:
Maintain project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and project correspondence Team Leadership:
Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, owners, architects, and field personnel to ensure project milestones are met Schedule Management:
Assist with project scheduling and monitor progress against established timelines Quality Control:
Conduct site visits to monitor progress and support field operations as needed Safety Compliance:
Ensure compliance with project specifications, contract requirements, and public-sector regulations Profile Minimum of 3 years of construction industry experience Previous experience as a Project Coordinator, Assistant Project Manager, Field Engineer, or similar construction role Experience working for a General Contractor is required Exposure to both office and field operations is strongly preferred. Public-sector project experience preferred Strong organizational and communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities Team player who thrives in a collaborative, small-company environment Job Offer Competitive base salary: up to 95K (commensurate with experience) Performance based bonus Company-paid travel-related expenses including gas and tolls reimbursement, and vehicle allowance Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture within a growing General Contractor Strong pipeline of upcoming work providing long-term stability Opportunity to work directly alongside company leadership and gain broad project exposure MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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