Project Coordinator

SMS group Inc•Oil City, PA

About The Position

The Project Coordinator is the point of contact and representative for all activities and contractual matters relating to the project internally and externally. He/she ensures the proper implementation and execution of all aspects of the project (from beginning sales proposal and quoting phases through completion of the project), maintains a commercial overview of the project, ensures a successful outcome of commercial negotiations, and coordinates critical subject matter of the contract with the functional departments (operations, quality, commercial etc.) under the guidance of the Project Manager.

Requirements

Thorough understanding of contract language and the ability to negotiate, interpret, and carry out contract terms is required.
Strong financial analysis ability and experience is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, is required.
Strong ability to communicate and exercise effective interpersonal skills is necessary.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a similar field is preferred or a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
Knowledge of project controlling and contract management is preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct and coordinate all activities throughout the project lifecycle. Including the implementation of all activities leading up to and during the project process, with regard to customer evaluation, project selection, project structure, costing, bid preparation, financing, and contract negotiation.
Ensuring consistent risk prevention in all commercial as well as inter-disciplinary matters during the project life cycle.
Managing relationships with customers, local companies, representatives and partners.
Implementing all activities in connection with the legal and commercial framework conditions.
Coordinating, harmonizing the technical and commercial subject matter of the contract.
Commercial pricing requirements in consultation with all relevant departments.
Provides insight into the final bid cost estimate.
Ensures complete and comprehensive communication on all aspects in the project.
Development of the price strategy and price sheet.
Ensuring compliance with project management standards and all requirements of the applicable Project Management Guidelines of the SMS group.
Risk and opportunity management
Contract and claim management
Completion of all commercial and financial related matters
Ensuring the accuracy of cost and pricing calculations
Performing requirements for month end reporting activities
Preparing monthly project status meetings
Development of the proposal phase of a project – reviewing the price and cost calculation, tax implications, as well as customer terms and conditions
Managing the customer’s requirements (project functionality, intent met.)