Junior Project Coordinator Construction (Nelspruit)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Competitive pay

Job summary

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) is seeking a Junior Project Coordinator to support the project management team in the construction sector. This role is ideal for a recent graduate aiming to gain practical experience in scheduling, documentation management, and communication across project teams and external stakeholders.

You will assist in planning, tracking budgets and progress, and ensuring projects stay on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in planning, executing, and closing projects.
• Coordinate project activities and schedules with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Prepare and distribute project documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, and correspondence.
• Maintain project records and databases, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Track project progress and identify potential risks or delays.
• Communicate project updates to relevant parties.
• Support procurement processes and manage contractor interactions.
• Assist in budget tracking and financial reporting for projects.
• Facilitate effective communication between the project team and clients.
• Ensure compliance with project standards and procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Multitasking

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction/Project Management or related field

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) is seeking a Junior Project Coordinator to support the project management team in the construction sector. This role is ideal for a recent graduate aiming to gain practical experience in scheduling, documentation management, and communication across project teams and external stakeholders.

You will assist in planning, tracking budgets and progress, and ensuring projects stay on time and within budget.