Construction Project Coordinator I

University of Central Florida•Orlando, FL

1d•$48,722 - $65,165•Onsite

About The Position

The Planning, Design, and Construction (PDC) team at the University of Central Florida (UCF) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Construction Project Coordinator I to support the successful delivery of design and construction projects. This position plays a critical role in coordinating project assignments, tracking progress, and partnering closely with PDC leadership to ensure effective project execution. The role serves as an administrator for the department’s project management software, ensuring data integrity while coordinating workflows and standardizing processes to support efficient project start-up, delivery, and close-out. Additionally, this role supports project close-out and records management by ensuring required documentation is completed, organized, and properly archived, with materials transitioned to support operational continuity and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and 0+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
Valid Class E driver’s license.
Authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
Must reside in Florida as of the date employment begins.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience supporting design, construction, facilities, or capital project environments.
Knowledge of project lifecycle processes, including initiation, coordination, and close-out.
Proficiency in project management systems or databases (e.g., Procore, e-Builder, or similar platforms).
Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders, including project managers, vendors, and internal teams.
Ability to manage and track multiple projects simultaneously with high attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports, documentation, or presentations.
Strong organizational and records management skills, including document control and archiving practices.
Knowledge of compliance requirements related to contracts, records retention, and non-disclosure agreements.
Experience analyzing data, researching information, and supporting process improvements or workflow efficiencies.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills to address design or implementation deficiencies.

Responsibilities

Coordinates assignment and tracking of design and construction projects in partnership with PDC leadership to ensure timely and organized delivery.
Manages full life cycle project coordination, including initiation, workflow progression, and final close-out activities.
Oversees project close-out process, ensuring all required documentation, financials, and cost records are complete, accurate, and properly archived or transferred.
Researches, analyzes, and prepares reports, plans, and documentation to support planning efforts, capital projects, and institutional requirements.
Tracks and coordinates smaller projects impacting space or infrastructure records, serving as a liaison across departments and maintaining accurate campus data systems.
Maintains and administers project management systems, ensuring data integrity, user access, and accurate project tracking information.
Provides operational support to project managers and stakeholders by troubleshooting processes, facilitating workflow overrides, and improving forms and procedures.
Coordinates and processes internal and external document requests, including maintaining compliance with non-disclosure agreements and records protocols.
Administers departmental records management, including digital archiving, retention, retrieval, and authorized destruction of files.
Communicates and collaborates with vendors, consultants, and internal teams to obtain required documentation and ensure compliance with project standards.