What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Project Coordinator position at LEFRAK ORGANIZATION?
A well-established builder-developer is seeking an MEP Project Coordinator for projects in Jersey City, NJ. The individual will assist with managing and coordinating MEP-related aspects for a mix of residential, retail and commercial properties, most significantly in high-rise multi-family construction.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Assist with managing all aspects of design and construction for MEP components of building projects with an emphasis on electrical systems.
- Review blueprints and drawings for all designated projects, including providing comments and take-offs. Provide comments oriented towards value engineering, construction feasibility, completeness using gained industry knowledge and experience.
- Track and manage performance of subcontractors against established project schedules and budget.
- Request estimates and manage the bid process to ensure successful closeout, including assisting to write scopes of works and pricing sheets for MEP components
- Follow established guidelines and procedures to increase communication and overall efficiencies
- Participate in the design and pre-development phase of construction 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; building inspections, permit tracking and commissioning.
- Additional duties as needed
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a construction-related field
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in design and/or construction
- Willingness to work from office and field locations, as needed
- Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
- Background in general construction is a plus
- Proactive attitude when tackling issues that arise
- Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Follows instructions and responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
- Proficiency in CAD software, Adobe products and Microsoft Office Suite a plus
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Excellent written and oral communication skills