Job Description
A dynamic and fast-growing Real Estate company in Rosemont, IL is actively seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Construction Project Coordinator to join our thriving Interior Construction team! This full-time, open-ended temporary position offers a competitive hourly wage of $18–$20 and the opportunity to play a key role in managing and coordinating exciting commercial tenant and building improvement projects. Based in Rosemont, this role is primarily office-based (about 80%) but offers a great balance with approximately 20% travel to project sites throughout the Chicagoland area. Along with competitive pay, this position comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with company match, health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a generous PTO policy — all designed to support your well-being and career growth.
Key Responsibilities of the Construction Project Coordinator :
- Master administrative tasks using project tracking tools like Procore
- Assist with bidding, estimates, and smooth distribution of RFPs
- Coordinate contractor onboarding and manage insurance documentation
- Draft and route contracts and essential construction documents
- Manage draw requests and crucial supporting paperwork (e.g., G702 / 703 forms, lien waivers)
- Support scheduling, change orders, RFIs, and submittals to keep projects on track
- Assist with project close-out documentation for seamless handoffs
- Partner closely with the Construction Director on project planning and execution
- Collaborate effectively with vendors, contractors, architects, engineers, and tenants
- Communicate clearly with internal property management and asset teams
- Prepare and share weekly internal construction progress reports
- Help implement and refine standardized processes and procedures
- Maintain and update the pre-approved contractor list and expense tracking systems
- Support company-wide software and construction process optimization initiatives
Qualifications of the Construction Project Coordinator :
Bachelor’s degree preferred2–3 years of experience in commercial construction (office construction experience is a plus)Exceptional administrative and organizational skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)Familiarity with Procore and Microsoft Project is a bonusExcellent verbal and written communication abilitiesWillingness and ability to travel locally for site visits, walk-throughs, and meetingsT - 1