Project Coordinator – Mechanical Construction

LeoForce; Willow Springs (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company smartphone

401k Plan with company match

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

LeoForce in the Southwest Chicago Suburbs, IL, is seeking an entry-level Project Coordinator to support mechanical construction projects from inception to turnover. The role focuses on coordinating with PMs and field crews, managing docs, schedules, submittals, RFIs, changes, and procurement.

The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced construction environment, with exposure to BIM, fabrication, and field coordination.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in construction, project coordination, project administration, or a related role preferred.
• Experience with mechanical, HVAC, sheet metal, MEP, or commercial construction is highly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Comfortable working with construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with construction management or document-control software is a plus.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with day-to-day coordination of active construction projects
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and purchase orders
• Track material and equipment procurement and coordinate deliveries with project teams
• Assist with project startup, closeout documentation, warranties, and turnover packages
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and internal field teams
• Help maintain project schedules and track important milestones and deadlines
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documentation for completeness
• Assist with meeting preparation, project updates, and documentation of action items
• Support BIM, fabrication, and field teams with project information and coordination
• Help identify outstanding project items and ensure they are addressed in a timely manner
• Maintain organized and accurate project files throughout the duration of each project

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-project coordination

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Experience with construction drawings

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction management software

Job description

Project Coordinator – Mechanical Construction

Experience: Entry Level

Salary: $80,000 - $110,000 per year

Job Details

Project Coordinator – Mechanical Construction

Location: Southwest Chicago Suburbs, IL

Industry: Mechanical Construction / HVAC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description

About the Opportunity: We are an established mechanical contractor specializing in complex HVAC, ventilation, and sheet metal construction throughout the Chicagoland area. Our team supports large-scale projects across mission-critical/data centers, healthcare, life sciences, higher education, institutional, and commercial environments. We are looking for a Project Coordinator to support our Project Management and field teams throughout the lifecycle of our construction projects. This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and interested in growing their career within mechanical construction.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with day-to-day coordination of active construction projects
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and purchase orders
• Track material and equipment procurement and coordinate deliveries with project teams
• Assist with project startup, closeout documentation, warranties, and turnover packages
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and internal field teams
• Help maintain project schedules and track important milestones and deadlines
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documentation for completeness
• Assist with meeting preparation, project updates, and documentation of action items
• Support BIM, fabrication, and field teams with project information and coordination
• Help identify outstanding project items and ensure they are addressed in a timely manner
• Maintain organized and accurate project files throughout the duration of each project

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in construction, project coordination, project administration, or a related role preferred
• Experience with mechanical, HVAC, sheet metal, MEP, or commercial construction is highly preferred
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Comfortable working with construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with construction management or document-control software is a plus
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment

Why Join Us?

You'll join an experienced mechanical construction team working on some of the Chicagoland area's most complex and high-profile projects. This position offers exposure to project management, BIM coordination, fabrication, procurement, and field operations, providing a strong foundation for continued growth within the construction industry.

A bit about us:

Chicago-area mechanical contractor specializing in HVAC, ventilation, and sheet metal construction for complex commercial and industrial projects.

Benefits

• Company mOur Clientle phone (smartphone)
• 401k Plan with company match
• Medical benefits
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)