Project Coordinator

Southwire Company; Carrollton (GA); Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Coordinator to support various administrative duties essential for project execution. This role involves preparing permits, managing workflows, and coordinating with subcontractors to ensure project success. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment, possess strong problem-solving skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Join a company that values innovation and offers competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to impactful projects while enjoying a supportive work culture.

Benefits

401k with Matching

Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Long & Short-Term Disability

Supplemental Insurance Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in project administration and managing contractor relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit permits for municipalities as required.
• Assign work to sub-contractors and manage project workflows.
• Assist with scheduling and take minutes during meetings.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-starter

Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Project administration

Communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Location: Remote

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for performing various duties as assigned to support administrative duties necessary for the successful execution of a project.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Permits: Prepare, submit, record, and produce reports for each respective municipality, both remote and in person as required by the individual municipality.
2. Assign work to sub-contractors and manage One-Call 811 for excavating projects.
3. Manage new workflow by uploading and tracking completion status both in company database and project management tool.
4. Work with Area/Project managers to fast-track customer required approvals, timelines, completed spreadsheets, requesting work orders from afterhours ticket responses and converting files into PDF.
5. Work with the team and assist with scheduling of training, meetings, and work assignments.
6. Act as secretary and scribe for meetings. Take minutes, prepare agendas, manage invitations.
7. All other duties as assigned.

Skills and Requirements:

• Work in a team environment
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Self-starter, self-motivated
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, with emphasis on Excel
• Communicate clearly
• Problem-solving aptitude
• Understanding of project management, customer, contractor, subcontractor relationships.
• Prior project administration experience
• Experience maintaining parts inventory

Core Competencies:

Nimble Learning

Customer Focus

Plans and Aligns

Balances Stakeholders

Action Oriented

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.