The Project Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day file management, support of construction activities and scheduling of multiple production housing projects. Using attention to detail, you will be tasked with the development of cost-effective measures, ensuring that all projects meet quality standards, budgets and deadlines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Project Delivery: Budgets, Schedules, Documentation
- Generate purchase orders and coordinate with procurement department or suppliers/vendors for RFIs/ RFPs as required.
- Prepare budgets, monitor accruals, and perform variance analysis for executive reports.
- Assist in production housing project scheduling meetings by recording and circulating minutes and reports.
- Ensure timely and accurate execution of production housing schedules and budgets for construction using the ERP system.
- Monitor and evaluate delays and overruns for course correction/corrective action in conjunction with design, procurement, and construction team members.
- Support the construction team through timely execution and circulation of documentation such as shop drawings, specifications, material selections, lot inspections to our content management system.
Change Management
- Manage craft (trades/suppliers) allocation changes due to added scope of work, change in regulatory requirements or procurement cost savings.
- Manage document change requests, VPOs, urgent construction requests, vendor/partner inquiries or other circumstantial requirements during construction.
Strategy & Process Improvement
- Drive continuous improvement projects to simplify ambiguous processes, improve production lead times and prepare for future organizational transformation.
- Progressively gain deeper understanding and knowledge of real estate and construction ecosystem to align with Rohit Group's aggressive expansion plans and career advancement opportunities.
- Liaison with cross functional team members in design, procurement, sales, and construction to collaborate on day to day activities, actively exchange information and effectively build consensus for strategic decisions.
- Resolve invoicing/vendor issues and document recurring instances for analysis and process improvement.
- Engage with suppliers and trades to understand their business environment, facilitate ease of doing business and promote long term relationships.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. EIT or PMP would be beneficial.
- Proven Experience: 1-2 years of experience in project coordination or construction management, preferably in the residential home building industry.
- Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in managing scope changes, vendor inquiries, and driving process improvements within construction or real estate projects.
Key Skills:
- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple housing projects simultaneously, ensuring they stay on track with timelines and budgets.
- Budget Management: Proficiency in preparing, monitoring, and adjusting project budgets, including variance analysis and cost control.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to manage detailed documentation, schedules, and project specifications accurately and efficiently.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve project delays, cost overruns, and other construction-related issues.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and external vendors effectively.