Project Coordinator, Commercial Construction

The Role

DCC is seeking a Project Coordinator to support commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

This role is suited for either an early-career candidate ready to learn commercial construction or someone with existing construction experience looking for greater responsibility and a path toward project management or estimating.

You will work directly with Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, vendors, General Contractors, and field teams while developing experience across project setup, submittals, procurement, material coordination, change management, and closeout.

As your knowledge and judgment grow, so will your responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

Project Setup & Preconstruction

• Download and organize project drawings, specifications, addenda, and other contract documents.
• Set up project files and drawing sets using DCC standards.
• Review specifications for approved manufacturers, Basis of Design requirements, and relevant scope information.
• Perform basic material quantity takeoffs with appropriate guidance.
• Prepare supplier RFQs and organize vendor pricing for review.
• Assist with bid and proposal preparation.

Submittals & Procurement

• Gather manufacturer product data matching project requirements.
• Prepare, submit, and track submittal packages.
• Maintain accurate submittal logs and follow up on outstanding approvals.
• Draft Purchase Orders from approved quotes and project requirements.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding pricing, quantities, lead times, and delivery dates.

Material & Project Coordination

• Maintain material delivery schedules and communicate upcoming needs or potential delays.
• Reconcile delivery tickets and Bills of Lading against Purchase Orders.
• Maintain project logs, documentation, and outstanding-action items.
• Follow up with vendors, General Contractors, and internal team members to keep assigned items moving.

Change Management & Closeout

• Maintain Change Order Request tracking and follow up on outstanding approvals.
• Assist with documentation and quantity takeoffs related to project changes as your experience develops.
• Gather O&M manuals, warranties, and required closeout documentation.
• Assemble organized closeout packages for submission.

Jobsite & Travel Expectations

This is primarily an office-based position, but construction does not happen entirely behind a desk.

You may periodically visit active jobsites to:

• Assist with project reports and documentation.
• Verify or gather project information.
• Support Project Managers and field personnel.
• Participate in project coordination activities when needed.

Some travel to project locations will be required.

What Success Looks Like

Successful Project Coordinators become increasingly independent.

We look for:

• Accurate and complete work.
• Strong organization across multiple projects.
• Consistent follow-through on unresolved items.
• Professional communication.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to learn drawings, specifications, and construction systems.
• Good judgment about when to act independently and when to escalate an issue.
• Increasing ability to anticipate what needs to happen next.

You should not require the same level of supervision after one year that you required during your first month. Ask about Lola in the interview process.

What We're Looking For

Required

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Professional written and verbal communication.
• Comfort using spreadsheets, PDFs, and digital file systems.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Willingness to learn technical construction information.
• Ability to receive feedback and improve quickly.
• Ability to travel to project sites when required.

Preferred, Not Required

• 1 to 3 years of commercial construction, project coordination, estimating, procurement, or administrative experience.
• Experience reading construction drawings or specifications.
• Experience with Procore or similar construction management platforms.
• Experience with ConstructConnect, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar estimating software.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF software.
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, or a related field.

DCC is also open to motivated entry-level candidates who demonstrate strong potential and want to build a career in commercial construction.

Career Growth

This role is intended to develop into greater responsibility.

Potential career paths include:

Project Coordinator → Assistant Project Manager → Project Manager

or

Project Coordinator → Estimator

Advancement is based on demonstrated capability, judgment, reliability, and ability to manage increasing responsibility.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $56,120 to $72,000 annually

Compensation within the range will depend on relevant experience and demonstrated capabilities.

Following DCC's 90-day introductory period, employees have access to benefit options including:

• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Accident coverage
• Cancer coverage
• Additional voluntary benefit options

DCC contributes $25 per month toward employee benefit premiums.

Hiring Process

Our normal hiring process is straightforward:

• Preliminary phone interview.
• In-person interview with DCC leadership.
• Final in-person conversation if additional discussion is needed before a decision.

About DCC

Diversified Construction Contractors is a commercial specialty contractor serving Louisiana and surrounding Gulf Coast markets. Our core scopes include framing, drywall, insulation, acoustical ceilings, and exterior assemblies.

We are looking for people who want to become excellent at what they do, take on increasing responsibility, and build a long-term career in commercial construction.

Pay: $56,160.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Baton Rouge, LA 70805 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $56,120 - $72,000