Graduate Project Coordinator

Placements24; East London; Remote; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive graduate salary

Fully remote work

Career development support

Remote collaboration culture

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Project Coordinator to join the project management team. This fully remote role focuses on East London operations, supporting project managers, coordinating activities, and managing documentation for a remote team.

You will assist in planning timelines, coordinating resources, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, with proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with relevant degree (Construction Management, Civil Eng, Business Admin, or related).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Asana, Trello) is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning, scheduling, and tracking timelines.
• Coordinate activities including resources and logistics.
• Manage project documentation (contracts, permits, progress reports).
• Facilitate communication among clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Monitor progress and escalate risks or delays.
• Assist in budget tracking and cost control.
• Prepare meeting minutes and follow up on actions.
• Ensure safety and quality standards on sites.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Communication

Remote work

Detail-oriented

Proactive learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Trello

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and innovative construction and development firm, is seeking a Graduate Project Coordinator to join their project management team. This role is fully remote and based remotely with operations focused around East London. The successful candidate will support project managers, coordinate activities, manage documentation, and facilitate communication among remote team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning, scheduling, and tracking project timelines.
• Coordinate project-related activities, including resource allocation and logistics.
• Manage project documentation, such as contracts, permits, and progress reports.
• Facilitate communication between project stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Monitor project progress and escalate risks or delays as needed.
• Assist in budget tracking and cost control measures.
• Prepare meeting minutes and follow up on action items.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards on project sites.

Requirements

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor\'s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello) is a plus.
• Familiarity with the construction industry and project lifecycle is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a remote setting.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to project success.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary and comprehensive remote benefits.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunity to gain valuable project management experience remotely.
• Training and support for career development in project management.
• Work from home with flexible scheduling considerations.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company culture that embraces remote collaboration.