Civil Project Lead: Documentation & Submittals

CMS Corporation; Maumee, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CMS Corporation seeks a Civil Project Coordinator to support Project Managers across civil and federal construction projects. You will coordinate technical, administrative, and project control activities from startup through closeout, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and safety standards.

The role requires strong organizational, communication, and plan-interpretation skills, with experience in submittals, RFIs, change orders, and CPM scheduling.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating civil construction projects and documentation.
• Familiarity with QC plans and safety requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specs and drawings.
• Experience with project documentation systems and controls.
• Knowledge of government-funded civil construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate startup activities and manage deliverables.
• Establish and maintain project files and document control.
• Develop tracking logs for submittals, RFIs, changes, budgets, and schedules.
• Review plans, drawings, specs, and contract documents for requirements.
• Prepare submittal registers and coordinate all submittals.
• Assist with preconstruction documentation (plans and safety docs).
• Coordinate with subcontractors, engineers, and vendors for compliance.
• Track procurement, submittals, and change orders.
• Support budgeting, scheduling, and closeout activities.
• Assist with DD1354 Transfer of Ownership and lessons learned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Plan interpretation

Submittals & RFIs

Contract documentation

CPM scheduling

Interpersonal skills

Safety compliance

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor's in construction management

Bachelor's in civil engineering

Bachelor's in engineering technology

Associate's in construction management

Associate's in civil engineering technology

High school diploma with 6+ years experience

Job description

CMS Corporation seeks a Civil Project Coordinator to support Project Managers across civil and federal construction projects. You will coordinate technical, administrative, and project control activities from startup through closeout, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and safety standards.

The role requires strong organizational, communication, and plan-interpretation skills, with experience in submittals, RFIs, change orders, and CPM scheduling.