Project Support Coordinator

EPITEC; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 120,402,000 - 131,809,000; Full time

Job summary

EPITEC in Decatur, IL is seeking a Project Coordinator to support a global program management organization. You will maintain project schedules, support planning activities, facilitate meetings, track risks and action items, and ensure quality of project plans.

This role offers exposure to cross-functional teams and leadership in a fast-paced environment. Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2–4 years of project coordination or related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in project coordination or related roles.
• Experience supporting cross-functional projects preferred.
• Internship experience may count toward experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using MS Project and other PM tools.
• Coordinate and facilitate planning, control, and status meetings with stakeholders.
• Track risks, issues, action items, and deliverables for successful execution.
• Monitor progress and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and status updates for leadership.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organization

Meeting coordination

Problem solving

Presentation

MS Office

MS Project

Business operations

Collaboration across teams

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business Administration/Project Management/Supply Chain/Engineering)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Visio

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Details: 12-month contract with ongoing need, opportunity for direct hire, fully onsite role

Pay Rate: $42.00 – 46.00/hr. with benefit inclusions

Job Summary

We are seeking a Project Coordinator to support a global program management organization responsible for delivering strategic initiatives across engineering, operations, supply chain, new product introduction (NPI), continuous improvement, and electrification programs. This role will be responsible for maintaining project schedules, supporting project planning activities, facilitating meetings, tracking project risks and action items, and ensuring the quality and accuracy of project plans. The position offers significant exposure to cross-functional teams, business leaders, and high-visibility initiatives within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using Microsoft Project and other project management tools.
• Coordinate and facilitate project planning, control, and status meetings with stakeholders across multiple business functions.
• Track project risks, issues, action items, and key deliverables to support successful execution.
• Monitor project progress and ensure project plans remain accurate, current, and aligned with business objectives.
• Prepare project reports, presentations, and status updates for leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, supply chain, and program management teams to support project execution.
• Assist with strategic planning, resource coordination, and project documentation activities.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and recommendations effectively to diverse audiences.
• Support process improvements and project management best practices across multiple initiatives.
• Work independently while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Years Of Experience And Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of professional experience in project coordination, project management, business operations, supply chain, engineering support, or a related discipline.
• Internship experience may be considered toward overall experience requirements.
• Experience supporting cross-functional projects and working with multiple stakeholders is preferred.

Skills Required

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of project management principles and the project life cycle.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience coordinating meetings, tracking action items, and managing project documentation.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to present information, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Visio.
• Exposure to Microsoft Project or other project scheduling tools (training available).
• Basic understanding of business operations, strategic planning, resource allocation, and production processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across geographically dispersed teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.