Construction Project Coordinator

Kelly; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telemedicine

Term life insurance

Whole life insurance

Accident insurance

Critical illness

Legal plan

Short-term disability

Retirement savings plan

Service bonus

Holiday pay plans

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a Construction Project Coordinator in San Jose, CA to support planning, coordination, and tracking of new store construction and renovations. You will monitor progress, manage documentation, and coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal teams from kickoff to completion.

The role involves vendor selections, budgeting support, permits, and ensuring compliance, with travel to project sites as needed. A bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (equivalent experience considered)
• 5+ years of relevant construction or project coordination experience, preferably in retail or commercial projects
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Proficiency in CAD software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of project management principles including scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and documentation
• Familiarity with local building codes, permit processes, and construction regulations
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems is an asset
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Mandarin or Cantonese language skills are an asset
• Hold a valid driver’s license and travel as required

Responsibilities

• Assist the Construction Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and tracking new store construction and renovation projects
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions to keep projects on schedule
• Coordinate communication with internal teams, contractors, consultants, landlords, and local authorities
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including schedules, contracts, and progress reports
• Participate in vendor selection and negotiation processes
• Support procurement by reviewing materials, equipment, and service proposals
• Track project budgets, invoices, and payment schedules with finance
• Assist with obtaining permits, licenses, and approvals to ensure compliance
• Contribute to developing and maintaining departmental systems, workflows, and documentation standards
• Oversee project administration, exercise sound management judgement, and communicate with stakeholders
• Travel to project sites as needed to support progress monitoring and issue resolution
• Perform other duties as assigned by the project manager

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Mandarin/Cantonese language skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking a Construction Project Coordinator to work at a leading retail organization in San Jose, CA. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Salary: $85,000 per year

Shift: 5-day work week Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.. Actual working hours may vary slightly by department, depending on operational needs.

Why You Should Apply To Be Construction Project Coordinator

• Competitive annual salary with direct-hire, permanent placement
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting new store construction and renovation projects nationwide
• Work for a reputable industry leader in retail construction project management
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for skill development and career growth

What’s a typical day as Construction Project Coordinator? You’ll be:

• Assisting the Construction Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and tracking new store construction and renovation projects
• Monitoring project progress, identifying risks, and recommending corrective actions to keep projects on schedule
• Coordinating communication with internal teams, contractors, consultants, landlords, and local authorities
• Preparing and maintaining project documentation, including schedules, contracts, and progress reports
• Participating in vendor selection and negotiation processes
• Supporting procurement by reviewing materials, equipment, and service proposals
• Tracking project budgets, invoices, and payment schedules in collaboration with finance
• Assisting with obtaining permits, licenses, and approvals to ensure compliance
• Contributing to developing and maintaining departmental systems, workflows, and documentation standards
• Overseeing project administration, exercising sound management judgement, and communicating with stakeholders
• Traveling to project sites as needed to support progress monitoring and issue resolution
• Performing other duties as assigned by the project manager

This Job Might Be An Outstanding Fit If You

• Hold a bachelor’s degree or diploma in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (equivalent experience considered)
• Have 5+ years of relevant construction or project coordination experience, preferably in retail or commercial projects
• Can read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Are proficient in CAD software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Possess knowledge of project management principles including scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and documentation
• Are familiar with local building codes, permit processes, and construction regulations
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems is an asset
• Demonstrate strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Mandarin or Cantonese language skills are an asset
• Hold a valid driver’s license and are willing to travel as required

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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