Project Coordinator

Job Title: Project Coordinator
Company: Lonestar Electric Industrial Supply
Location: Houston, Texas
Job Type: Full-time
EEO Class: Professionals

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Lonestar Electric Industrial Supply is a dynamic and rapidly growing organization in the field of electrical distribution. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support the successful execution of projects within our company. The Project Coordinator will work closely with project managers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, multitasking, and facilitating communication across teams to drive project success.

Responsibilities:
• Assist in the planning, scheduling, and execution of project tasks to ensure timely delivery.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, timelines, and milestone charts.
• Coordinate project activities, including scheduling meetings, managing project documentation, and ensuring resources are available.
• Serve as the main point of contact for project-related inquiries and communication.
• Facilitate communication between project stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Organize and participate in project meetings, ensuring action items are documented and followed up on.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, budgets, timelines, and meeting minutes.
• Prepare and distribute regular project status reports, ensuring key stakeholders are informed of progress, risks, and issues.
• Track and monitor project budgets, expenses, and resources, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Coordinate the scheduling of project team members and resources.
• Help resolve conflicts or scheduling issues to ensure the project remains on track.
• Assist in the procurement of materials, services, and other resources required for the project.
• Identify potential project risks or delays and assist in developing mitigation strategies.
• Track and escalate project issues as needed to ensure timely resolution.
• Monitor and report on project progress, ensuring alignment with project objectives and deadlines.
• Ensure project activities are conducted in compliance with company policies, standards, and industry regulations.
• Support quality assurance efforts by tracking project deliverables and ensuring they meet required specifications.
• Assist with client communications, helping to manage expectations and ensuring satisfaction with project progress.
• Support project managers in preparing presentations, proposals, and reports for clients and stakeholders.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in project coordination or administration, preferably within the construction, IT, or engineering industry.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello, or Jira).
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to challenges.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.
• Willingness to adapt to changing project requirements and fast-paced environments.

Preferred Qualifications:
• PMP certification or similar project management certifications.
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies.
• Basic knowledge of project budgeting and financial tracking.

Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Occasionally required to lift and move objects up to 25 lbs.

Benefits:
• Medical, dental, life, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Match.
• Paid Time Off.
• Specified Holiday Pay.

Disclaimer:
This job description is a general outline of the day-to-day duties to be expected and may not cover all job responsibilities that may be assigned by management.