Project Coordinator (Design Development)

LEFRAK ORGANIZATION•New York, NY

21d

About The Position

A well-established real estate developer is seeking a Project Coordinator for their offices in Manhattan, NY and Jersey City, NJ. The individual will assist with managing and coordinating development related projects for a mix of multi-family residential, commercial, retail, hospitality and amenity properties. Specific Responsibilities: Assist with managing all aspects of development projects Review blueprints and drawings for all designated projects, including providing comments and take-offs Track and manage project scheduling Act as Owner Liaison to architects, contractors, commercial tenants, etc. Request estimates and assist with the bid process to ensure successful close, including assisting to write scopes of works and pricing sheets Follow design guidelines and maintain project schedules and budgets Assist with the successful negotiation and pricing of design services Follow established guidelines and procedures to increase communication and overall efficiency Assist with managing subcontractor activities and FF&E material ordering Participate in the planning phase of construction projects Build and maintain relationships with consultants, and vendor contacts and leads Prepare well-written reports and business correspondence Administrative duties to include meeting minutes; team updates; project tracking and design coordination Additional duties as needed

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a design-related academic field
0 – 2 years’ experience.
Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and blueprints
Background in architecture, interior design or civil engineering is a plus
Possesses a proactive attitude, flexibility and quick adaptation to different issues and circumstances that arise
Balances team and individual responsibilities contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously
Follows instructions and responds to management direction; commits to working to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Proficiency in design software (AutoDesk, Revit, SketchUp, etc.) and Microsoft Office. Must demonstrate ability to sketch or render either directly or using AI tools.
Licensure or stamp not required although advantageous.
Strong interest or experience in the built environment
Highly organized and detail oriented
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

Background in architecture, interior design or civil engineering is a plus
Licensure or stamp not required although advantageous.

Responsibilities

Assist with managing all aspects of development projects
Review blueprints and drawings for all designated projects, including providing comments and take-offs
Track and manage project scheduling
Act as Owner Liaison to architects, contractors, commercial tenants, etc.
Request estimates and assist with the bid process to ensure successful close, including assisting to write scopes of works and pricing sheets
Follow design guidelines and maintain project schedules and budgets
Assist with the successful negotiation and pricing of design services
Follow established guidelines and procedures to increase communication and overall efficiency
Assist with managing subcontractor activities and FF&E material ordering
Participate in the planning phase of construction projects
Build and maintain relationships with consultants, and vendor contacts and leads
Prepare well-written reports and business correspondence
Administrative duties to include meeting minutes; team updates; project tracking and design coordination
Additional duties as needed