Project Coordinator

Basepoint Building Automations; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Job summary

Basepoint Building Automations is seeking a Project Coordinator to lead business development efforts, manage long-term client relationships, and support project execution in Des Moines, Iowa. You will liaise with operations and installation teams, procure materials, and organize documentation to ensure projects meet scope and timeline.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in project coordination within construction or related fields, strong organizational and communication skills, and familiarity

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in project coordination, construction, or a related field.
• Familiarity with construction processes, especially in building automation or similar industries.
• Strong organizational abilities and excellent communication skills.
• Proficient at estimating labor and materials for construction projects is a plus.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products including Visio.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project timelines, ensuring all tasks are on track and meeting project scope of work.
• Procure necessary materials, balancing cost-efficiency with project needs, and ensuring timely delivery.
• Act as the secondary point of contact between internal teams, subcontractors, and project owners to ensure seamless coordination and transparency throughout the project life cycle.
• Schedule and attend project meetings. Document key decisions, action items, and follow-up tasks.
• Support Project manager by organizing project-related documentation, including contracts, change orders, and status reports, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Support the project management team with administrative tasks, monitoring budget, and risk management to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Engage with customers on operational matters to ensure the project has effective communication and collaboration. The Project Manager is responsible for building and maintaining the overall client relationship.
• Assist project managers in troubleshooting and resolving project-related issues by providing necessary documentation, research, and meeting coordination with stakeholders.
• Review and update operations documentation and SOPs to enhance project processes and efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong organizational abilities

Excellent communication skills

Effective time management

Background in construction processes

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visio

Job description

At Basepoint Building Automations, we’re driven by innovation, collaboration, and the belief that technology should make buildings — and the people in them — perform at their best.

We are Problem-solvers. Innovators. Builders. Collaborators. Technicians. Engineers. Thinkers. Learners. Leaders. We’re passionate about turning complex systems into simple, sustainable solutions that make a real impact.

We believe in teamwork, continuous learning, challenging projects, and celebrating success together. Sound like you? We’re looking for Project Coordinator to spearhead business development efforts, manage long-term client relationships, and contribute to our continued growth in the Des Moines, Iowa area.

Job Summary

The Project Coordinator is responsible for collaborating with customers and Basepoint teammates to deliver optimal project outcomes. Works with the operations and installation teams to execute projects for customers by procuring materials, coordinating schedules, and organizing documentation. Contribute to the company core focus of “We bring buildings to life” within our niche of “Doing good for people and planet by providing easily managed solutions to make buildings safer, smarter, and more efficient”, and to our core values of Confident, Committed, Compassionate, Innovative, and One.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project timelines, ensuring all tasks are on track and meeting project scope of work
• Procure necessary materials, balancing cost-efficiency with project needs, and ensuring timely delivery
• Act as the secondary point of contact between internal teams, subcontractors, and project owners to ensure seamless coordination and transparency throughout the project life cycle
• Schedule and attend project meetings. Document key decisions, action items, and follow-up tasks
• Support Project manager by organizing project-related documentation, including contracts, change orders, and status reports, ensuring accuracy and accessibility
• Support the project management team with administrative tasks, monitoring budget, and risk management to ensure successful project outcomes
• Engage with customers on operational matters to ensure the project has effective communication and collaboration. The Project Manager is responsible for building and maintaining the overall client relationship
• Assist project managers in troubleshooting and resolving project-related issues by providing necessary documentation, research, and meeting coordination with stakeholders
• Review and update operations documentation and SOPs to enhance project processes and efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Key Performance Indicators (KPI)

• Basepoint Process Followed by All
• Job Completion Timeliness
• Gross Margin
• Project Quality
• Customer Satisfaction
• Risk Management

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in project coordination, construction, or a related field
• Familiarity with construction processes, especially in building automation or similar industries
• Strong organizational abilities
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effective time management
• Understanding blueprints and specifications is a plus
• Proficient at estimating labor and materials for construction projects is a plus
• Experience using Microsoft Office products including Visio
• Strong keyboarding and basic computer functionality
• Ability to pass customer required background checks for facility admittance
• Valid Driver’s License

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel daily to client locations and work sites
• Level 1: Sedentary Work
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional walking and/or standing on uneven and/or unimproved surfaces
• Must be able to life 15 pounds at time

Why Basepoint Building Automations:

Basepoint was built on the belief that the best companies are owned by the people who show up every day to do the work. As an employee-owned building automation company , we approach every project with a long-term mindset, shared accountability, and pride in doing the work right. Our people are owners, which means higher standards, stronger teamwork, and a long-term mindset. When the company succeeds, we all succeed—and that shows up in how we work every day. When you join Basepoint, you’re not just taking a job, you’re helping build something you own.