Position Summary
The Project Coordinator supports the Project Manager on active commercial projects by managing project documentation, procurement tracking, schedule updates, and financial reporting. This is a development role intended to prepare the right candidate for advancement to Project Manager.
Responsibilities
- Maintain submittal, RFI, and change order logs; follow up on outstanding items
- Prepare and distribute meeting minutes and project correspondence
- Distribute drawings, specifications, and addenda; maintain project contact and distribution lists
- Assist in preparing subcontract and purchase order packages
- Track material deliveries and flag long-lead items in coordination with the Superintendent
- Assist in developing and updating project schedules; track milestone dates
- Assist in preparing Applications for Payment and change order proposals with supporting documentation
- Track subcontractor pay applications and lien waivers; run cost reports and identify variances
Reports to the Project Manager. No direct reports.
Qualifications
- Minimum two years of experience in construction project coordination or a comparable role with a general contractor or subcontractor
- Degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, and project management software such as Procore
- Strong written communication skills; correspondence goes directly to Owners and design teams
- Highly organized with consistent attention to detail
- Interest in advancing to a Project Manager role
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Defined advancement path to Project Manager with direct mentorship
- Stable backlog with repeat institutional clients
M.E. Contracting is a licensed general contractor specializing in commercial construction and underground utilities across SC, NC, and GA. We’re a relationship-driven company focused on integrity, quality, and delivering real value to the communities we help build.
