Construction & Real Estate Development Coordinator

WesleyLife; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship assistance

Educational discounts

Leadership training

Referral bonus

Job summary

The WesleyLife Development Services Project Coordinator helps coordinate and implement development projects, including substantial rehabilitation, new construction, and land assembly for residential development. The role also supports ongoing capital improvements to facilities and assists in budgeting and financial aspects.

You will manage project meetings, track progress, prepare agendas, and maintain documents and cost data.

Qualifications

• AA degree in Business or related field or equivalent commensurate experience.
• 2+ years of project management support or high-level administrative experience in construction or real estate.
• Experience in basic project management with design, construction, or property management preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, communicates and documents project meetings, assignments, and reports for team members.
• Leads/maintains project workflow and tracks progress against development timelines.
• Prepares weekly and monthly meeting agendas, summaries, and schedules.
• Facilitates project meetings for project owners or leaders.
• Prepares status updates and responses for stakeholders.
• Maintains project documents and cost data, ensuring timely completion.
• Organizes and retrieves project files as requested.
• Enters accounts payable invoices for coding and tracking related to Development Departments functions.
• Leads owner procurement including RFPs for FF&E.
• Manages FF&E budget components and tracks spend to keep projects aligned.

Skills

Project coordination

Administrative support

Time management

Education

AA degree in Business or related field

Job description

The WesleyLife Development Services Project Coordinator helps coordinate and implement development projects, including substantial rehabilitation, new construction, and land assembly for residential development. The role also supports ongoing capital improvements to facilities and assists in budgeting and financial aspects.

You will manage project meetings, track progress, prepare agendas, and maintain documents and cost data.