Project Coordinator- Total Rewards

Shaw Industries; Dalton (GA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries in Dalton, GA is seeking a Project Coordinator/Manager to enhance the associate experience through Total Rewards and related initiatives. The role can be filled at Coordinator or Manager level based on skills and leadership demonstrated.

The position will be hybrid, based in Dalton, with the opportunity to lead or support strategic initiatives across the associate lifecycle. You will conduct research, manage projects, coordinate vendor partnerships, and craft communications and

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of project coordination or related HR/operations experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
• Limited travel (2–4 times annually).

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to develop and improve Total Rewards initiatives.
• Coordinate multiple projects with planning, implementation, communication, and stakeholder alignment.
• Research industry trends and translate insights into programs.
• Analyze data from multiple sources to identify opportunities and risks.
• Manage vendor relationships and implementation activities.
• Create and maintain associate-facing resources and communications.
• Coordinate awareness campaigns and enrollment activities.
• Establish scalable processes and governance for program administration.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Ambiguity navigation

Attention to detail

Independent working

Education

Four-year degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Teams

Copilot

Job description

The Project Coordinator will enhance the experience of Shaw associates through Total Rewards and other associate-centered initiatives. This role could be filled at either a Coordinator or Manager level based on the candidate's skills, experience, leadership capabilities, and demonstrated ability to independently manage projects and strategic initiatives. The scope and level of ownership will be aligned accordingly.

This role serves as a key contributor in designing, improving, communicating, and measuring the associate experience across the employment lifecycle. The Project Coordinator will support and/or lead research, project management, communications, vendor partnerships, digital experience enhancements, and implementation of programs that help Shaw attract, engage, and retain associates.

The position requires a combination of curiosity, project management, relationship building, analytical thinking, and communication skills. Key responsibilities include researching emerging trends, managing projects and timelines, coordinating vendor activities, maintaining associate-facing tools and resources, supporting communication campaigns, gathering associate feedback, analyzing program effectiveness, and driving continuous improvement. The Project Coordinator will partner closely with Total Rewards, Health & Wellness, HR Operations, HRIT, Talent Acquisition, Corporate Communications, Learning & Development, Analytics, vendor partners, and other stakeholders to translate associate needs into meaningful solutions.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, and passionate about creating exceptional associate experiences. The individual must be comfortable operating in ambiguity, balancing execution with strategic thinking, and collaborating across functions to achieve results.

Location Requirements:

Hybrid role requiring office presence in Dalton, GA, two to three days per week.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with Associate Experience leadership to develop, execute, and continuously improve initiatives that support Shaw's Total Rewards and associate experience strategies.
• Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, including planning, implementation, communication, measurement, and stakeholder alignment.
• Conduct research on industry trends, emerging technologies, innovative programs, and best practices that may enhance the associate experience.
• Gather, analyze, and synthesize data from internal and external sources to identify opportunities, risks, and recommendations.
• Support or lead vendor relationships, including vendor evaluations, RFP processes, implementation activities, performance reviews, and ongoing management.
• Create and maintain associate-facing resources including SharePoint sites, Workday content, communications, training materials, and other digital touchpoints.
• Coordinate associate awareness campaigns, onboarding content, annual enrollment activities, program launches, and other engagement initiatives.
• Establish scalable processes, documentation standards, and governance practices to support sustainable program administration.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience.
• One to three years of relevant experience in project coordination, communications, human resources, associate experience, marketing, operations, account management, or related fields.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Copilot, and related tools.
• Limited travel required (likely two to four times annually).
• Self-starter with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Experience with project management tools preferred.
• Execute Action Plan
• Demonstrate Good Judgement
• Build Trusting Relationships

Leadership Potential Factors:

• Navigating Ambiguity
• Conceptual Thinking
• Receptivity to Feedback
• Passion for Associate Experience

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. offers a wide range of beautiful, durable flooring solutions, including carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, tile, stone, and turf for every space.

Construction

Company size 10,001+ employees

Momentum

Team growth

Team growth

Momentum

Team growth

16% in 12 mo

36 employees on LinkedIn

Feb 23 May 26

Footprint

Where they work

616 E WALNUT AVE, Dalton, Georgia 30721, US