Remote Civil Project Coordinator

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Professional development opportunities

Online training and flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Civil Project Coordinator to join our fully remote team. You will support civil engineering projects by managing documentation, scheduling, and cross-functional communications with project managers, engineers, and external partners.

The role emphasizes meticulous organization, proactive follow-up, and clear written and verbal communication in a virtual environment. You’ll monitor timelines, prepare reports, and help coordinate meetings from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in civil engineering, construction management or related field.
• 2-4 years in project support or coordination, preferably civil engineering.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with project management software and collaboration tools (MS Office, SharePoint, Teams).
• Strong written and verbal communication for remote work.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks remotely.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning and organizing civil project activities.
• Maintain and organize all project documentation (drawings, reports, correspondence).
• Schedule and coordinate virtual meetings, track action items, follow up on deliverables.
• Facilitate communication between remote team members, clients, and external parties.
• Monitor project progress against timelines and flag delays.
• Support procurement processes and vendor communications as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

MS Office Suite

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Civil Project Coordinator to join their fully remote team. This role is essential for supporting the smooth execution of civil engineering projects by managing documentation, scheduling, and communication among project stakeholders. You will work closely with Project Managers and engineers to ensure all project phases are meticulously tracked and documented. If you excel at organization, communication, and thrive in a virtual work environment, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to significant projects from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning and organizing project activities for civil engineering projects.
• Maintain and organize all project documentation, including drawings, reports, and correspondence.
• Schedule and coordinate virtual meetings, track action items, and follow up on deliverables.
• Facilitate communication between remote team members, clients, and external parties.
• Monitor project progress against established timelines and flag potential delays.
• Support the procurement process and manage vendor communications as needed.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a project support or coordination role, preferably in civil engineering.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong proficiency in project management software and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Office Suite, SharePoint, Teams).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for remote interaction.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Fully remote position, offering excellent work-life balance and flexibility.
• Opportunity to support diverse civil engineering projects nationwide.
• Professional development opportunities and access to online training.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.