What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Project Coordinator position at LeFrak?
General Summary
A well-established construction manager is seeking a Project Coordinator for Newport in Jersey City, NJ. The individual will assist with managing and coordinating construction-related projects for a mix of multi-family residential and retail properties.
Specific Responsibilities
A well-established construction manager is seeking a Project Coordinator for Newport in Jersey City, NJ. The individual will assist with managing and coordinating construction-related projects for a mix of multi-family residential and retail properties.
Specific Responsibilities
- Assist with managing all aspects of construction projects
- Review blueprints and drawings for all designated projects, including providing comments and take-offs
- Manage the construction administration process: properly name and send out submittals and RFI’s for review by consultants; manage the submittal and RFI tracker that all team members rely on
- Track and manage project scheduling
- Request estimates and manage the bid process, including assisting to write scopes of works and pricing sheets
- Follow construction guidelines and maintain project schedules and budgets
- Assist with the successful negotiation and pricing of construction materials
- Schedule and manage contract negotiations
- Follow established guidelines and procedures to increase communication and overall efficiencies
- Assist with managing subcontractor activities and vendor material ordering
- Participate in the planning phase of construction projects
- Manage the budgeting process for selected projects
- Responsible for meeting financial, budget and forecasting objectives as they relate to new and on-going projects
- Build and maintain relationships with consultants, and contractor contact and leads
- Prepare well-written reports and business correspondence
- Administrative duties to include: meeting minutes; team updates; permit tracking and expeditor coordination
- Additional duties as needed
- Bachelor’s college degree in a real estate-related field: i.e. mechanical engineering, civil engineering, systems engineering, architecture, etc.
- 1–3 years of experience in construction project coordination or a similar role.
- Background in general construction, engineering, or architecture preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and blueprints.
- Willingness to work extended hours when needed to meet project deadlines.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented approach to challenges.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong collaboration and teamwork mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with AutoCAD and BIM is a plus.