Project Coordinator

A well-established real estate developer is seeking a Project Coordinator for their offices in Manhattan, NY and Jersey City, NJ. The individual will assist with managing and coordinating development related projects for a mix of multi-family residential, commercial, retail, hospitality and amenity properties.

Specific Responsibilities

• Assist with managing all aspects of development projects
• Review blueprints and drawings for all designated projects, including providing comments and take-offs
• Track and manage project scheduling
• Act as Owner Liaison to architects, contractors, commercial tenants, etc.
• Request estimates and assist with the bid process to ensure successful close, including assisting to write scopes of works and pricing sheets
• Follow design guidelines and maintain project schedules and budgets
• Assist with the successful negotiation and pricing of design services
• Follow established guidelines and procedures to increase communication and overall efficiency
• Assist with managing subcontractor activities and FF&E material ordering
• Participate in the planning phase of construction projects
• Build and maintain relationships with consultants, and vendor contacts and leads
• Prepare well-written reports and business correspondence
• Administrative duties to include meeting minutes; team updates; project tracking and design coordination
• Additional duties as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a design-related academic field
• 0 – 2 years' experience.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and blueprints
• Background in architecture, interior design or civil engineering is a plus
• Possesses a proactive attitude, flexibility and quick adaptation to different issues and circumstances that arise
• Balances team and individual responsibilities contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Follows instructions and responds to management direction; commits to working to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Proficiency in design software (AutoDesk, Revit, SketchUp, etc.) and Microsoft Office. Must demonstrate ability to sketch or render either directly or using AI tools.
• Licensure or stamp not required although advantageous.
• Strong interest or experience in the built environment
• Highly organized and detail oriented

Excellent written and oral communication skills