Project Coordinator

County-Materials-Family-of-Companies; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

County Prestress in Westmont, Illinois seeks a Project Coordinator to support coordination between design teams, clients, and field personnel, preparing erection drawings and managing project documentation.

You will review drawings, generate RFIs, monitor progress against estimates, coordinate with plant management, and help resolve technical issues to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture/construction management or related field.
• AutoCAD, Revit, or Autodesk certifications preferred.
• 2+ years of precast drafting, detailing, or modeling experience.
• Strong knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD.
• Demonstrated leadership fostering cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate erection drawings by reviewing project docs to understand scope.
• Review contract drawings and generate RFIs to coordinate with client and teams.
• Compare progress to estimates and communicate deviations to the team.
• Maintain ordering of embedded plates and materials for timely fabrication.
• Serve as liaison between company, contractors, and erectors with PM and Eng.
• Coordinate with Plant Management on non-typical production needs.
• Collaborate with PMs and Engineers to resolve casting and field issues.
• Support during scheduling conflicts to maintain workflow.
• Lead pre-pour production meetings for complex projects.
• Review piece drawings for accuracy and compliance.
• Work with engineers to detail components reducing cost and increasing efficiency.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Project Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in Arch/CM

AutoCAD Certification

Revit Certification

Job description

Job Summary:

We’re hiring a Project Coordinator to join County Prestress in Westmont, Illinois

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepareaccurateerection drawings by reviewing project drawings, includingestimates, contracts, drawings, specifications, and addenda, to gain a complete understanding of project scope and requirements.
• Review contract drawings and generate RFIs to coordinate with the client, Host, and activelyparticipatein Coordination meetings with Design Teams.
• Compare project progress to the bid estimate and promptly communicate deviations toappropriate teammembers.
• Efficientlymaintainthe ordering ofembeddedplates and loose materials to ensuretimelyfabrication and delivery.
• Serve as a liaison between the company, contractors, and erectors in partnership with Project Management and Engineering teamsto ensure engineering-related items are properly coordinated.
• Coordinate with Plant Management on non‑typical product production requirements.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineers to resolve casting issues, field challenges, and other technical concerns.
• Support team members during scheduling conflicts to ensure uninterrupted project workflow and continuity.
• Lead Pre‑Pour Production meetings when project complexity requires structured coordination.
• Review and check piece drawings when needed to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Workingand collaboratingwith the engineers,developinganddetailingproject components with a focus on reducing overall cost and increasing efficiency for all stakeholders.

COUNTY Core Competencies:

The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

• Integrity & Organizational Awareness
• Customer First Focus
• Results Driven Orientation
• Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Creativity & Innovation

Job-Based Competencies:

Technical

• Project Management
• Project Risk Management
• Budgeting & Project Cost Management
• Resource Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Soft Skills
• Communication
• Emotional Intelligence
• Negotiating
• Change Management

Experience & Qualifications: (Required or Preferred)

• Education:
  • Preferred bachelor’s degree in architecture/construction management or related field.
  • Preferred certifications include AutoCAD, Revit, or Autodeskplatforms.
• Experience/Skills:
  • 2+ years of experience in precast concrete drafting, detailing, or modeling – or related experience in steel or construction industries supporting infrastructure projects involving multiple trades.
  • Strong working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD software.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability with experience fostering collaboration across departments.

Work Environment:

• Work is typically performed indoors.
• Exposure may include:
  • Sittingfrequently
  • Carrying/Lifting25Pounds rarely
  • Standing / Walking
• Typical work hours/shifts: Standard business hours

Physical & Work Expectations:

An individual in this position must successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, or handling materials/equipment.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, or lifting/moving up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to concentrate, follow detailed instructions, communicate effectively, and safely perform job duties.
• May require the operation of specific tools, equipment, or vehicles associated with the position.

Safety Equipment:

Required safety equipment: Only when or visiting plant locations
Where and when used: As directed by safety or facility locations