Project Coordinator

Cummins-Wagner Co•West Chester, PA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Coordinator provides direct support to Project Managers, playing a critical role in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. This position is responsible for material tracking, project costing and overall administrative support. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented administrative professional with strong computer proficiency, excellent communication skills, and a flexible, customer-focused mindset.

Requirements

Ability to demonstrate successful negotiation tactics.
Proven history of job management in a fast pace work environment processing multiple jobs simultaneously (preferably working with manufacturing, construction, production).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
Must be an adaptable team player.
Attention to detail is required.
Excellent computer skills with the ability to learn company specific software.
2 to 4 year degree or demonstrated experience in the field required.
Strong background in document control and file organization.
Must be able to pass background and reference checks; as well as drug test.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical aptitude, a plus.
Desire to work in a small group where individual contributions are easily recognized.
Microsoft Office skills including: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Purchasing experience.
Netsuite or similar business system a plus.
Experience or ability to work in a shop atmosphere. This is an office position but will require interaction with people on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

Work independently to create purchase orders and send to suppliers based on project needs.
Track materials for multiple projects.
Serve as a liaison between suppliers and EPS to schedule, procure, and expedite materials as needed to hit production timelines.
Work directly with suppliers to ensure costs and maintain timely deliveries.
Creating and maintaining documents that help monitor and order material as well as keep track of jobs in process and coming up.
Contacting and scheduling shipping contractors to deliver packages to the customer.
Provide administrative support to the Project Managers.
Assist Project Managers with the master schedule of shop work to maximize productivity and meet due dates.
Additional office and shop help as required.