Project Coordinator - Electrical Construction

Electrical Construction Project Coordinator

Department: Electrical Construction / Project Management

Location: Chandler, AZ – On-site

Role Type: Full-Time

About Our Client

Our client is an established electrical contractor serving commercial, industrial, and mission-critical construction across the Phoenix metro area. They deliver full-scope electrical installation, from power distribution and lighting to low-voltage and controls, for general contractors, developers, and facility owners in sectors such as semiconductor manufacturing, data centers, healthcare, and commercial buildings. With a growing project backlog in the East Valley, they are known for safety-first job sites, dependable execution, and long-term relationships with their customers and field teams.

Job Description

The Electrical Construction Project Coordinator will support Project Managers in running electrical projects from award through closeout. Day to day, you will track submittals and RFIs, manage project documentation, coordinate material orders and deliveries, and keep schedules, logs, and change orders current. You’ll be the organizational backbone of the project team, making sure the field has what it needs and the office has accurate information.

This role exists because the company’s project volume is growing and its Project Managers need strong administrative and technical support to keep jobs on schedule and on budget. Your work will directly affect how smoothly projects run for customers and how efficiently crews operate in the field.

You will report to a Project Manager and work closely with superintendents, foremen, estimators, purchasing, and accounting, as well as general contractors, suppliers, and engineers. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, enjoys construction, and wants to grow into an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager role.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, and track electrical submittals, shop drawings, and product data.
• Create and maintain RFI logs and follow up with general contractors and engineers for responses.
• Track change orders and pricing requests, and help prepare change order documentation.
• Coordinate material procurement, delivery schedules, and equipment lead times with suppliers and purchasing.
• Maintain project files, drawings, specifications, and revisions so the field works from current documents.
• Assist with project schedules and look-ahead planning alongside PMs and superintendents.
• Process daily reports, timesheets, and field documentation from jobsite crews.
• Help prepare monthly billings, schedules of values, and lien waivers with accounting.
• Attend project meetings, take minutes, and track action items to completion.
• Support project closeout, including O&M manuals, as-builts, warranties, and punch lists.
• Visit jobsites as needed to verify progress and coordinate with field leadership.

Required Experience/Skills

• 1–3 years of experience as a Project Coordinator, Project Assistant, or similar role in construction (electrical or MEP preferred).
• Understanding of the construction process, including submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Strong organization and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines at once.
• Clear written and verbal communication with internal teams, customers, and vendors.
• Attention to detail and follow-through.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for jobsite visits.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar software.
• Familiarity with electrical materials, gear, and lead times (switchgear, panels, conduit, wire).
• Experience on semiconductor, data center, or other mission-critical projects.
• Exposure to accounting or ERP systems such as Viewpoint Vista, Sage, Foundation, or Trimble.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Field experience as an electrical apprentice or helper.

Education

High school diploma or GED required. An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Technology, or a related field is preferred; equivalent construction experience will be considered.

Pay & Benefits Summary

• Competitive salary: depending on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement for jobsite travel
• Training and a clear career path to Assistant PM and Project Manager
• Stable, growing company with a strong project backlog in the Phoenix metro

Ready to grow your construction career? Apply now and join a team building some of the East Valley’s most important projects!

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