Business - Project Coordinator

Henderson Companies•Chantilly, VA

About The Position

Project Coordinators support Project Managers in organizing and executing projects by managing schedules, deliverables, documentation, and communication. The role does not lead projects but is expected to develop a project management mindset by learning how projects are structured, tracked, and delivered. It is an entry point into project management and builds foundational knowledge of engineering design, construction practices, and project delivery processes. The position supports project execution and coordination with increasing independence under a Project Manager's direction. It also supports program management where applicable, project quality, and client experience. The role involves coordinating project information and stakeholders, maintaining project documentation and tracking, and learning through active collaboration and shadowing of Project Managers.

Requirements

Four years of relevant experience, including two cumulative years of project support experience.
Basic understanding of project execution.
Basic understanding of building design and construction principles.
Self-starter with the ability to influence and motivate others to achieve goals.
Effective collaboration, communication, and organization skills.
Proficiency in the core competencies described in the job description.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Support project execution and coordination with increasing independence under the direction of the Project Manager.
Assist with developing project proposals and coordinating contracts.
Coordinate the development and tracking of project deliverables.
Assist with scheduling and assigning tasks to internal team members.
Organize, attend, and document project meetings, including follow-through and accountability.
Support internal and external project communication and consistent information sharing across stakeholders.
Maintain and monitor project plans, schedules, work hours, budgets, and expenditures.
Shadow Project Managers to develop communication, coordination, influence, and professional judgment skills.
Where applicable, support fee development, project setup, and scoping for program projects.
Assist with coordinating client service and communication across designated program efforts.
Help communicate and coordinate project quality expectations, maintain quality documentation, and support quality reviews.
Identify project-related issues and work proactively with the Project Manager to support resolution.
Serve as a secondary point of contact on selected project tasks.
Partner with the Project Manager to consider client needs and perspectives during project execution.
Support resolution of project-related issues and coordinate responses to client inquiries.
Assist Project Managers with client relationship maintenance and business development efforts as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.