Construction Project Coordinator

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a proactive Construction Project Coordinator to support our project management team. You will assist with planning, execution, and close-out of construction projects, coordinating schedules, budgeting, and documentation.

This hybrid role blends on-site oversight with remote administrative support, requiring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with site teams, subcontractors, and clients in KwaZulu-Natal.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a project coordination/admin role within construction.
• Familiarity with construction lifecycles and terminology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, and minutes.
• Manage contracts, permits, drawings, and reports.
• Facilitate communication among site teams, subcontractors, clients, and stakeholders.
• Track progress, identify risks, and support mitigation and close-out tasks.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Time management

Administrative support

Tools

MS Project

Procore

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and organized Construction Project Coordinator to support their project management team in Durban. You will play a crucial role in assisting with the planning, execution, and closing of construction projects, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication between all parties involved. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work both on-site and remotely, allowing for efficient project oversight and administrative support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong multitasking abilities, and thrives in a collaborative construction environment, contributing to the successful delivery of projects in KwaZulu-Natal.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Coordinate and schedule project meetings, prepare agendas, and record meeting minutes.
• Manage project documentation, including contracts, permits, drawings, and reports, ensuring they are up-to-date and accessible.
• Facilitate communication between site teams, subcontractors, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Track project progress, identify potential risks or delays, and assist in implementing mitigation strategies.
• Process invoices, manage change orders, and assist with project close-out procedures.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a project coordination or administrative role within the construction industry.
• Familiarity with construction project lifecycles, terminology, and basic principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Procore) is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in project management.
• A supportive team environment contributing to impactful construction projects in Durban.