Project Coordinator / Operations Assistant

Franklincoc; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Rafferty Construction in Franklin, IN is seeking a Project Coordinator/Operations Assistant to support the project and estimating teams. You will serve as a central administrative hub, handling documentation, contracts, PO/CO entry, and compliance files.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail oriented, and comfortable communicating with owners, subcontractors, and internal staff. This role offers daily structured tasks and opportunities to learn across construction operations.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of contracts.
• Strong verbal communication skills and professional phone presence.
• Excellent attention to detail and data entry accuracy.
• Proficient in Google Sheets (sorting, filtering, basic formulas).
• Ability to work independently in a structured, task-oriented environment.
• Willingness to learn for cross-training.
• Experience with AutoCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Enter Purchase Orders and Change Orders into the management software.
• Help create owner and subcontractor contracts and organize compliance documents.
• Assist Estimators and Call Team with outbound subcontractor outreach for bids.

Skills

Contracts knowledge

Verbal communication

Data entry accuracy

Google Sheets

Independent work

Willingness to learn

Outreach calls

Construction admin experience

Cold calling experience

Outbound calls

Tools

Google Sheets

AutoCAD

Job description

Project Coordinator / Operations Assistant

Rafferty Construction | September 30, 2026

Job Type : Full Time

Job Location: Franklin, IN, 46131

Employer: Rafferty Construction

• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Health insurance

Job Summary

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support our growing construction and development teams. In this cross-functional role, you will act as a key administrative hub, assisting the Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, and Estimating Team to keep our operations moving efficiently. The ideal candidate thrives on maintaining flawless project documentation, possesses strong professional communication skills, and prioritizes strict data accuracy across all internal tracking systems.

Key Responsibilities In this position, your time will be split between supporting multiple project leaders. You will assist the Project Manager by entering Purchase Orders and Change Orders into our management software to help track ongoing project financials. To support the Assistant Project Manager, you will be responsible for helping to create owner and subcontractor contracts and diligently collecting and organizing critical compliance documents from our trade partners. When needed, you will also assist the Estimators and Call Team by making proactive outbound calls to subcontractors to gather project interest and follow up on upcoming bids.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of contracts
• Strong verbal communication skills and clear, professional phone presence
• Excellent attention to detail and data entry accuracy
• Proficient in Google Sheet (sorting, filtering, basic formulas)
• Ability to work independently and stay focused in a structured, task-oriented environment
• Willingness to learn for cross-training
• Experience with AutoCAD is a plus!
• Construction-related administrative roles is a plus (but not required)
• Previous experience in cold calling, telemarketing, inside sales (as needed)
• Comfortable making repetitive outbound calls throughout the workday (as needed)

Ideal Candidate

You are organized, persistent, comfortable on the phone, and take pride in keeping information accurate and up to date. This is a great early mid-level or steady role for someone who enjoys straightforward, process-driven work in the construction industry. If you are reliable, have a strong work ethic, and are looking for consistent daily responsibilities, we’d like to hear from you!

Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

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