PROJECT COORDINATOR
Summary
Customer-facing Project Coordinator at a lumber/building materials company in Huntsville, AL, coordinating commercial construction projects end to end — client communication, schedule and delivery tracking, change orders, documentation, and closeout — using Teams, BisTrack, and SharePoint, with <15% travel to job sites.
Role Summary:
The Project Coordinator is the primary customer-facing role within the commercial project delivery team. Working across all phases of the Project Delivery Workflow, the Coordinator owns the day to day coordination of the project — managing client communication, tracking construction schedules and deliveries, resolving field issues, and ensuring every project reaches a clean closeout. This role works directly with the Project Manager, Account Analyst, and Sales to keep projects moving through all five milestone gates.
Scope of the Position:
The Project Coordinator will be located at the Huntsville, AL site. This position requires < 15% travel to job sites and customer locations.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities expected of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Project Coordination & Customer Communication
- Lead project kickoff communication with customers, establishing project contacts, communication expectations, and workflow processes
- Serve as the primary customer-facing contact for daily project coordination and issue resolution
- Maintain consistent communication with General Contractors, superintendents, vendors, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle
- Provide timely project updates regarding schedules, deliveries, material availability, and change orders
Scheduling & Delivery Coordination
- Request, review, distribute, and maintain construction schedules for all assigned projects
- Continuously track project sequencing and proactively communicate schedule changes impacting deliveries or operations
- Coordinate with internal logistics teams and vendor partners to align deliveries with site readiness and installation schedules
- Assist with shipment breakouts, delivery sequencing, and field coordination efforts
Project Documentation & Systems Management
- Maintain accurate and current project information within Teams, BisTrack, SharePoint, and Wilson Works
- Track purchase orders, order acknowledgments, delivery statuses, and project milestones
- Update delivery methods, review dates, and sequencing details as construction schedules evolve
- Ensure all project documentation is organized, accurate, and accessible to internal stakeholders
Change Order & Issue Resolution Management
- Manage the change order process from initiation through communication and documentation
- Coordinate with Project Managers regarding approval requirements and customer communication
- Track scope changes and notify the Account Analyst of any impacts to contract value or billing
- Resolve customer concerns proactively while escalating critical issues appropriately
Closeout & Financial Support
- Coordinate punch list completion with field teams and superintendents
- Compile and distribute complete project closeout documentation packages
- Confirm billing discrepancies, delivery variances, and documentation issues are resolved prior to final closeout
- Support the Account Analyst with pay application documentation, lien waivers, and administrative project support as needed
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve project workflows, communication processes, and operational efficiency
- Support departmental initiatives focused on scalability, customer experience, and continuous improvement
- Contribute positively to team development and collaborative problem-solving efforts