Title: Project Coordinator Location: Alpharetta, Georgia Details: 12-month contract with ongoing need, opportunity for direct hire, fully onsite role Pay Rate: $24.00 - $26.00/hr. based on benefit inclusions
Job Summary The Project Coordinator provides administrative, scheduling, documentation, and communication support for complex power distribution and switchgear projects. This role partners closely with Project Managers and cross-functional teams to maintain project schedules, track deliverables, coordinate activities, and support successful project execution from initiation through closeout.
Responsibilities
Maintain project schedules, documentation, action item logs, financial tracking reports, dashboards, and project records.
Coordinate meetings, monitor milestones, track action items, and follow up with stakeholders to ensure project progress.
Facilitate communication among Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Logistics, Customer Service, and project teams.
Support project reporting activities, status updates, project health metrics, and schedule visibility.
Assist with process improvements, standardization efforts, and operational support initiatives.
Ensure project documentation remains accurate, organized, and up to date.
Years of Experience and Education
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Master’s degree accepted.
Associate degree with 4+ years of relevant experience considered.
Internship experience may be considered toward overall qualifications.
Prior experience in project coordination, project administration, project support, order management, or related functions is preferred.
Comparable backgrounds may include Project Coordinator, Project Administrator, Project Specialist, Project Analyst, Project Support Specialist, Order Management Coordinator, or Project Management Assistant.
Skills Required
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and projects simultaneously.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience maintaining project schedules, documentation, action logs, and status reports.
Ability to track project milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics.
Experience coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders and functional teams.
Knowledge of project coordination practices, project lifecycles, and reporting processes.
Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and follow-through skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
Manufacturing or industrial environment experience.
ERP system experience.
Project management software experience.
Electrical power distribution or switchgear industry knowledge.