Project Coordinator III

Job Title: Project Coordinator III

Job Description

The Project Coordinator III leads the coordination and execution of manufacturing capital projects, supporting Project Managers and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. This role is crucial in project governance, contractor coordination, and cross-functional alignment from design through installation and ramp-up. It is a hands-on, execution-focused role with ownership of project tracking, timelines, and communication across multiple large-scale initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate efforts across multiple capital projects and sub-projects.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables across engineering and operations teams.
• Partner with Project Managers and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure successful project execution from design through installation and ramp-up.
• Track progress, identify risks, and proactively drive issue resolution and escalation.
• Own project documentation, including charters, schedules, budgets, and status reports.
• Manage RFQs, vendor selection, and contractor coordination.
• Ensure alignment across Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and external contractors.
• Facilitate project meetings, drive accountability, and keep teams on track.
• Support equipment installation and expansion initiatives within the plant.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in project coordination, project management, or manufacturing/industrial projects.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to build trackers, budgets, and project reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of project timelines, budgets, and execution.
• Experience managing or supporting capital projects, preferably in the multi-million-dollar range.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional coordination.
• Proficiency with project tools such as MS Project or Smartsheet.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or plant environment is beneficial.
• Background in construction, industrial engineering, or equipment installation.
• Exposure to Lean or process improvement concepts.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing environment, offering a fast-paced and dynamic workplace. It provides a long-term growth opportunity and a chance to enhance your career and skillset.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lexington, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

Yes - We can provide an overview of their benefits.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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