Construction Project Coordinator

Wight & Company • Darien, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Wight & Company, an award winning, full service Architectural, Engineering and Construction Management firm with offices in Darien and Chicago, has an exciting opportunity for a Project Coordinator to join our fast paced Construction Management team!

Requirements

• 5+ year’s experience as an Administrative or Project Assistant in the construction, engineering or architecture industry.
• Experience with contracts, change orders, bid packages, insurance and bonds;
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting
• Detail oriented individual with good organizational skills;
• Highly self motivated with the ability to work alone or in teams.
• Excellent oral and written and communication skills;
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft office suite

Nice To Haves

• Fluency with CMIC a significant plus

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers and group management with the following tasks: Prepare and issue subcontracts
• Draft Change Orders for execution by subcontractors and PM’s
• Receive and review Certificates of Insurance for contract compliance
• Coordinate submittals and closeout documentation with subcontractors.
• Prepare bid packages and addenda; upload/distribute as required
• Participate in bid openings as requested and document results
• Receive and process subcontractor pay applications in coordination with the Accounting group.
• Assist departmental leadership as requested
• Other tasks as required

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
• Commitment to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans.
• Accommodation available for completing the electronic application.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed