Project Coordinator / Jr. Project Manager - PROCESS SYSTEMS

Sterling Process Equipment & Services, Inc.•Columbus, OH

5h•$65,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated Project Coordinator / Junior Project Manager to support our Project Management team in the execution of process system projects. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills, a technical aptitude, and a desire to build a career in project management within the food, beverage, dairy, and process industries. Working closely with senior Project Managers, Engineering, Fabrication, and Field Operations, you will assist with project planning, documentation, scheduling, customer communication, and project execution activities from project kickoff through commissioning. This position is designed as a developmental role within Sterling's Project Management organization. Successful individuals will have the opportunity to take on increasing project responsibilities and advance into a Project Manager position as their experience and capabilities grow.

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in project coordination, project management support, engineering, manufacturing, construction, fabrication, or a related field
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to travel occasionally to customer sites
Ability to travel (by car and airplane)
Clean driving record
Pass background check

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or related discipline preferred
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints is preferred
Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, or industrial processing environments
Exposure to project management principles, scheduling, or project documentation
Familiarity with ERP systems and CRM software
Experience with Microsoft Project or similar scheduling tools
AutoCAD experience is a plus
Understanding of process equipment, piping systems, or industrial construction is a plus
Global Shop (ERP)
Microsoft One Note
Plant 3D (part of AutoCAD suite)
Revit, Bentley, Solidworks, Inventor, Vault
PM Certification
CRM software (Global shop)
Proven success in growing and increasing sales
Experience selling tanks, pumps, systems, etc.
Passport is desired but not necessary

Responsibilities

Assist Project Managers with project planning, execution, and delivery
Help develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and documentation
Track project milestones, action items, and deliverables
Coordinate communication between customers, project managers, engineering, fabrication, and field personnel
Attend customer meetings and prepare meeting notes and follow-up items
Assist with scope of work development and project documentation
Support material procurement and delivery coordination
Maintain project files, reports, timesheets, and project records
Conduct site visits to document field conditions and gather project information
Assist with project reporting and status updates
Support change order documentation and tracking
Coordinate travel arrangements and project logistics
Assist with commissioning, startup preparation, and project closeout activities
Promote and support safety and quality standards
Participate in continuous improvement of project management processes and procedures
Develop customer relationships through professional communication and responsiveness
Support estimating and engineering teams during project development and execution