Project Coordinator
KION•Grand Rapids, MI
About The Position
The Project Coordinator supports the Project Management team by ensuring project activities are organized, documented, and executed efficiently. The role focuses on tracking progress, maintaining project documentation, and facilitating communication among stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with business objectives.
Requirements
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and strong documentation abilities
- Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder communication
- Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify risks and follow up on action items
- Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., PWA, SAP, MyProjectApp)
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment
- Basic understanding of project management methodologies
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, Engineering, or related field
- 1–3 years of experience in project coordination, project administration, or a similar role
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with project management frameworks or certifications
Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end setup of new projects across enterprise tools
- Create and configure projects in SAP, PWA, and MyProjectApp
- Maintain and update project plans, schedules, and task trackers
- Prepare project turnover to Project Manager within defined SLA
- Investigate permitting requirements and jurisdictional needs
- Organize and document project meetings, including agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions
- Track project milestones, deliverables, and deadlines to ensure progress stays on schedule
- Support resource coordination and assist with task assignments across project teams
- Monitor project risks, issues, and dependencies and escalate when necessary
- Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure version control
- Prepare project status updates, reports, and dashboards for stakeholders
- Facilitate communication between project teams, departments, and external partners
- Assist with budget tracking, procurement coordination, and administrative project tasks when required
- Ensure compliance with internal project management standards and processes
Benefits
- Career Development
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits
- Pay Transparency
- Global Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
