Steel Project Coordinator

Find Your Opportunity•Fargo, ND

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Coordinator manages structural steel, miscellaneous steel, and highway bridge projects from a production standpoint. The role ensures production schedules align with client expectations, Tekla reports are accurate and current, internal project management processes are followed, and materials are purchased accurately, on time, and within budget. The coordinator works closely with the project manager to support TrueNorth Steel and client success. The position coordinates project schedules, drawings, materials, fasteners, submittals, change orders, logistics, quality documentation, and project close-out. It serves as the primary point of accountability for shop drawing schedules and project-specific Tekla items, while maintaining communication among project management, production, purchasing, and logistics. The role is based in Fargo, North Dakota, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

General computer experience, including spreadsheet and word processing programs.
Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to process and sort information quickly.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage frequent stopping and restarting of work.
Ability to work independently and maintain a fast-paced work ethic.
Ability to accept responsibility and accountability for actions.
Ability to work toward project completion and close-out.
Ability to deal with others in antagonistic situations.
Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.
Team-oriented attitude and willingness to contribute to a positive workplace.
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, construction, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
At least three years of related experience.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the qualities of the TrueNorth Steel Game Changer definition.
Ensure project schedules are met from a shop schedule perspective.
Build working relationships with project managers and production teams.
Coordinate with the project manager and drive deliverables so production has drawings, materials, and fasteners for scheduled hours in the three-week rolling schedule.
Import OFA and IFC submittals into Tekla, distribute LOTs on submitted drawings, and upload documents to client-specific submittal exchange software.
Maintain a log of current contract drawings, including addendums, PRs, ASIs, and other formal drawing updates.
Maintain appropriate drawing approval status in the Tekla EPM module.
Estimate small- to medium-sized change orders and enter material and labor into the Tekla Estimating module; transfer labor and materials from change order estimates into the final estimate.
Issue final drawing packages to clients and subcontractors as requested by the project manager.
Plan and communicate internal logistics for assigned projects.
Attend weekly production site meetings.
Coordinate shop drawing schedules and upload ABM files into the Advanced Bill module of Tekla EPM.
Coordinate internal production activities and interfaces with the project manager.
Ensure front- and back-end quality control documents are submitted and approved.
Assist with writing RFIs and completing BFA reports to support shop drawing flow.
Assist with job close-out documentation, including final shop drawings, MTRs, warranties, LEED documents, and other required paperwork.
Maintain project-specific Tekla items, including production status, schedules, BOL tracking, RFI management, project opening and closing, RFI matrices, date management, assembly hold/void management, and project contact setup and modifications.
Monitor project excess inventory and work with Production Coordinators on its release.
Provide weekly reports to project managers and production teams.
Review construction contract documents and distribute requirements to appropriate stakeholders.
Identify and manage risks and opportunities by understanding project scope and specifications for production and procurement.
Maintain internal drawing and production schedules and communicate timelines to project managers, purchasing, production, and logistics.
Maintain ongoing communication with project managers, production, purchasing, and logistics to support project success.
Work with internal project stakeholders to ensure compliance with contract documents.
Work with project managers to develop, log, and track change order requests.
Identify opportunities to cross-sell products from other TrueNorth Steel business units.
Approach projects entrepreneurially and respond to urgent items outside regular hours as needed.
Communicate with the project manager daily to weekly and serve as backup to the project manager during their absence.
Maintain prompt and dependable attendance and perform other duties as assigned.