Project Coordinator

DACO Corporation•Kent, WA

17h•$25 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

DACO Corporation is hiring a Project Coordinator for its Operations team. The role guides customer projects from initial planning through installation and invoicing, connecting people, materials, schedules, and information to keep work moving. The coordinator helps translate customer requirements into completed projects, takes ownership of project execution, and contributes ideas and follow-through to improve consistency and effectiveness. The position works across field specialists, technical experts, Engineering, Purchasing, Logistics, Accounting, customers, and installation partners. Success means keeping projects organized, maintaining reliable records, communicating project status clearly, following through on commitments, identifying risks early, and helping the team deliver consistently. The role reports to the Sr. Operations Manager.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in project coordination or a similar role.
At least 1 year of customer-facing experience.
At least 2 years of experience using digital business tools such as Excel, project management software, ERP systems, or CRMs, including hands-on CRM experience.
Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.
Clear, proactive communication, including keeping people informed and raising concerns early.
Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while collaborating across teams.
Ability to interpret project plans, drawings, flowcharts, and other technical documentation.
Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams, and comfort working with numbers and project cost information.

Nice To Haves

Acumatica familiarity.
CAD familiarity.
Experience improving processes.
A bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
PMP or related credentials.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain project timelines, task assignments, and action plans, clarifying responsibilities and deadlines.
Coordinate materials, equipment, vendors, installers, and internal resources to keep projects on schedule.
Serve as a point of contact for customers and project partners, providing updates and promptly addressing questions.
Monitor project progress, anticipate scheduling conflicts, and help resolve issues before they affect delivery.
Create and manage purchase orders, track project costs and field service activity, and partner with Accounting to support accurate, timely invoicing.
Keep project records, contracts, documentation, and ERP updates current.
Coordinate required documentation with the Project Design & Estimating Specialist.
Help develop and consistently follow repeatable project processes.
Identify project delays or process issues and contribute practical solutions.