What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Projects Project Manager position at Swift Recreation, LLC?
About Us:
Swift Recreation is a fast-growing company that designs, sells, and manages the installation of commercial playgrounds, shade structures, site amenities, pavilions, and safety surfacing across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas. We work with schools, parks, churches, and communities to create engaging outdoor spaces where children and families thrive.
We’re looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support our sales team and ensure smooth execution of our projects from signed proposal through final installation.
Job Description:
As Project Coordinator, you will play a critical role in turning our sales team’s vision into reality. You will be responsible for managing all operational and logistical steps involved in delivering and installing commercial-grade outdoor recreation equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Place Orders: Accurately enter and place purchase orders with various manufacturers for playground equipment, site furnishings, shade structures, pavilions, and safety surfacing.
- Track Shipments: Monitor estimated ship dates, lead times, and delivery schedules for multiple product lines and projects.
- Coordinate with Installers: Prepare and send detailed job packets to installers, including site maps, installation instructions, manufacturer drawings, and delivery schedules.
- Project Management: Oversee project timelines, ensuring key milestones such as delivery, installation, and inspection are met.
- Order Equipment & Rentals: Procure any necessary tools, rental equipment (e.g., augers, lifts), and job site supplies needed for successful installations.
- Customer Communication: Provide status updates to clients and respond to questions related to scheduling, deliveries, or installation.
- Documentation: Maintain organized project files in our CRM system, ensuring every job is well-documented and audit-ready.
- Problem Solving: Address and troubleshoot any delivery issues, delays, or field-related challenges in collaboration with vendors and installers.
Ideal Candidate:
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively
- Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Prior experience in construction coordination, playground/outdoor recreation industry, or project management is a requirement.
- 2 years in a project coordination, purchasing, logistics, or similar role
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) and cloud-based systems (Google Drive, etc.)
- CRM or project tracking software experience preferred (we use Pipedrive)
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor’s degree preferred
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Flexible work environment
- Opportunity to grow with a dynamic, mission-driven company
If you’re passionate about bringing playgrounds and community spaces to life and love keeping projects on track, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Project management: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- New Orleans, LA 70179 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000