Construction Project Coordinator

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF MI • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

The Construction Project Coordinator assists the project management group with project documentation, material procurement, bidding, cost control, expediting, safety, and administrative duties. The role supports the management of construction projects and field personnel, while developing an understanding of project management principles, including cash flow, client relations, early identification of project problems, and pricing and profit planning and control. The position is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in a related curriculum and/or on-the-job experience on similar projects that enables performance of the required tasks, in addition to a bachelor's degree from a four-year university.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license.
• 0 to 36 months of on-site experience.
• Demonstrated managerial ability and willingness to accept responsibility.
• Working knowledge of construction field operations and the disciplines needed to work as part of a construction project team.
• Knowledge of construction management software such as ProContractor and Procore; technical software such as AutoCAD, PlanSwift, and Bluebeam; and other computer skills.
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to use computers and related software.
• Ability to process verbal information, understand written work-related documents, and communicate information effectively.
• Ability to think logically when following procedures and instructions.
• Ability to compute, analyze, and interpret numerical data for reporting.
• Ability to meet deadlines frequently, maintain attention to detail, and complete tasks and required documentation in a timely manner.
• Communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange or convey information with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, and others.

Responsibilities

• Perform job responsibilities consistently with company policies and procedures.
• Collect and organize information for project reports.
• Assist project management with transmitting contract documents, shop drawings, subcontract documentation, contract maintenance, and other project information.
• Assist project management with construction project management, including cost control, quantity take-off, expediting, and expediting subcontractors.
• Review the safety of all job sites.
• Study and develop an understanding of project management principles, including cash flow, client relations, early recognition of project problems, and pricing and profit planning and control.
• Learn and observe construction activities to assist field management personnel.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level