Strategic Capital Projects Coordinator

Pepperdine University; Malibu (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepperdine University seeks a Strategic Project Coordinator to support on-campus and off-campus capital planning initiatives under the VP of Planning, Operations, and Construction. The role is 40 hours per week for an initial 6-month assignment with possible extension.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities. Proficiency with Pepperdine systems, Google Suite, and Adobe Acrobat is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Construction, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional work experience.
• Strong English written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with an emphasis on managing multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a professional demeanor and meet deadlines.
• Ability to utilize Pepperdine systems and software, including PMIS Kahua.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the Vice President in executing capital planning initiatives.
• Draft high-level correspondence and memoranda on behalf of the Vice President.
• Lead coordination among internal and external stakeholders, consultants, and contractors.
• Manage project-related workflows, identify issues, and propose solutions.
• Organize and facilitate meetings and develop agendas based on priorities.
• Prepare executive summaries and presentations on departmental and capital project status.
• Represent the Vice President in meetings and provide guidance on project direction.
• Perform administrative tasks, maintain files, track paperwork, and review notifications.
• Research, prepare, and present reports and presentations as requested.

Skills

English communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Management/Construction and related field

Tools

PMIS Kahua

Google Suite

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Pepperdine University seeks a Strategic Project Coordinator to support on-campus and off-campus capital planning initiatives under the VP of Planning, Operations, and Construction. The role is 40 hours per week for an initial 6-month assignment with possible extension.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities. Proficiency with Pepperdine systems, Google Suite, and Adobe Acrobat is expected.