Project Coordinator

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC is seeking a Project Coordinator to assist in planning and coordinating activities for designated projects. You will help determine duration, budget, material needs, and delivery dates while handling purchasing, subcontract administration, and change orders.

Ideal candidates have a construction-focused degree or equivalent experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work safely in heavy industrial environments on-site or at plant locations in Baton Rouge, LA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a construction-related field or equivalent industry experience.
• Proficient with Excel and other Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management and supervision.
• Reading, writing and hearing comprehension for directions and safety policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordinating activities for designated project.
• Review project proposals to determine duration, budget, material requirements and delivery dates.
• Handle purchasing, subcontract administration, change-order development and billing.
• Learn and understand safety hazards in heavy industrial environments and work on-site or in plant operations.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheet development

Computer proficiency

Primavera P6

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Project Coordinator assists with the planning and coordinating of activities for designated project to ensure that goals and/or The Project Coordinator assists with the planning and coordinating of activities for designated project to ensure that goals and/or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. This individual assists in reviewing the project proposal and plan to determine duration, budget, material requirements and necessary delivery dates, staffing requirements. This individual will be responsible for purchasing subcontract administration, requests for information change-order development, billing, and other duties, as the project may require. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate within heavy industrial environments. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

• Extensive experience in word processing, spreadsheet development, and overall computer proficiency is essential
• 3-5 years experience in the heavy-industrial market inclusive of piping systems, structural steel, and industrial process equipment is required.
• Primavera P6 knowledge essential for updating and maintaining construction schedule.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings related to and including piping isometrics, structural steel, and process equipment.
• Problem solving skills essential for identifying/solving on-site construction issues.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a construction related field or experience in the industrial construction industry and have an understanding of the craft work being performed.
• Must be proficient with Excel and other Microsoft Computer Programs.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision.
• Reading, writing and hearing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy.
• Must have knowledge of safety rules and regulations and learn client and company policy.

Physical

• Remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods during office work and meetings.
• Move periodically across office settings, client venues, and active project or site locations.
• Operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information in person, electronically, and during virtual or telephone meetings.
• Lift or move materials weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Mental

• Direct, collaborate with, and communicate with executives, clients, and project teams.
• Interpret and apply company policies, safety protocols, and written instructions.
• Perform mathematical calculations, analyze business data, and review project estimates.
• Maintain accuracy, productivity, and attention to detail while managing competing priorities in an active office environment with frequent interruptions.
• Process, retain, and manage complex project details, contractual requirements, and client data.