Part-Time Project Coordinator — Campus Construction

Northern Virginia Community College; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support multiple non-capital construction projects. The role involves aiding Project Managers through initiation, design, and construction phases, and ensuring timely progress across schedules and permits.

Responsibilities include preparing scopes, schedules, bid coordination, and documentation, with emphasis on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• General computer skills including MS Office (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent oral and written communication; strong interpersonal skills and accountability.
• Strong time management and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to work with diverse personnel and contractors, and to communicate effectively.
• Willingness to learn project development, MS Project, codes and environmental regs.
• Understanding of construction and related engineering basics.
• Understanding of basic project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers of non-capital projects from initiation through close-out.
• Help develop scopes of work based on client requests or building issues.
• Prepare early schedules in Microsoft Project based on scope and dates.
• Support permit processes and ensure timely approvals per schedule.
• Assist in bid/contract phases and evaluate bids.
• Support construction phase direction and monitor progress.
• Assist in project documentation, RFI, submittals, pay apps, and changes.
• Contribute to quick project close-out, punch lists, training, and O&M reviews.
• Support safety and quality assurance in projects.
• Maintain knowledge of NOVA policies and procurement regulations.
• Guide design professionals through planning with professional/technical input.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Verbal and written communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support multiple non-capital construction projects. The role involves aiding Project Managers through initiation, design, and construction phases, and ensuring timely progress across schedules and permits.

Responsibilities include preparing scopes, schedules, bid coordination, and documentation, with emphasis on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.