Project Coordinator

United Rentals; Columbia (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discount Program

Career Development Opportunities

Early Wage Access

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive Culture

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a Project Coordinator to assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects. You will closely work with project managers to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.

The role includes tracking progress, managing project documentation, and facilitating communication among team members. Potential candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills, as well as a background in administrative support within the construction or

Qualifications

• Proven experience as administrative support in construction or manufacturing.
• Keen attention to detail and ability to resolve issues proactively.
• Experience working in a team with a strong performance record.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in planning, scheduling, and tracking progress.
• Maintain and organize project documents to ensure accuracy.
• Monitor timelines and key milestones for timely project delivery.
• Support budget management by tracking project expenses.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Great Company. Great People. Great Opportunities. If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider,

come build your future with United Rentals! As a Project Coordinator, you will be responsible for assisting in the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects. You will work closely with project managers and team members to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet the desired objectives. This role involves coordinating project activities, tracking progress, managing documentation, and facilitating communication.

What You’ll Do

• Assist project managers in coordinating various stages of projects, including planning, scheduling, and tracking progress
• Prepare, maintain, and organize project documents, ensuring all project records are accurate, up-to-date, and accessible
• Monitor project timelines and key milestones to ensure timely project delivery, alerting the team to any risks or delays
• Support budget management by tracking project expenses and comparing them to budgets, providing timely updates to project managers
• Other duties as assigned and needed

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, Bachelor's degree preferred
• Proven experience as administrative support in construction/manufacturing industry
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Anticipate and proactively resolve issues
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Experience in working in a team with a track record of performance
• OSHA knowledge, preferred

Why join us?

Benefits

We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

• Paid Parental Leave
• United Compassion Fund
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
• Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
• Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
• Paid Sick Leave
• An inclusive and welcoming culture

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United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email [e-mail] for assistance.

At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.

United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.