Project Schedule/Coordinator

PeopleLift • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Our client is seeking a Project Coordinator / Scheduler to support construction projects in the Austin, TX area. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on structure, keeps multiple teams aligned, and can turn moving parts into a clear, realistic plan.
What You’ll Do
Build and maintain project schedules (look-ahead plans, weekly updates, milestones)
Coordinate daily/weekly planning with PMs, superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors
Track progress, identify schedule risks, and propose recovery actions
Manage meeting cadence (OAC meetings, subcontractor meetings) and publish minutes/action items
Support RFIs, submittals, procurement tracking, and key deliverables that impact schedule
Maintain accurate reporting: labor tracking, production updates, schedule narratives, and dashboard updates
Communicate schedule changes clearly and keep stakeholders aligned

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a project coordinator, scheduler, or project controls role (construction)
• Proficiency with scheduling and reporting tools (examples: MS Project, Excel/Sheets; Primavera P6 is a plus)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with field and office teams
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting commercial construction (data centers, industrial, healthcare, or large-scale projects)
• Familiarity with critical path scheduling, look-ahead planning, and schedule variance reporting
• Experience tracking procurement lead times and long-lead items
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain project schedules (look-ahead plans, weekly updates, milestones)
• Coordinate daily/weekly planning with PMs, superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors
• Track progress, identify schedule risks, and propose recovery actions
• Manage meeting cadence (OAC meetings, subcontractor meetings) and publish minutes/action items
• Support RFIs, submittals, procurement tracking, and key deliverables that impact schedule
• Maintain accurate reporting: labor tracking, production updates, schedule narratives, and dashboard updates
• Communicate schedule changes clearly and keep stakeholders aligned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed