Construction Project Coordinator (San Juan, Puerto Rico)

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with technical support centers in South East Asia and East Africa, that provide program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Construction Project Coordinator to support the design and construction of the VA Medical Center project in San Juan, Puerto Rico, spanning six years. As a Construction Project Coordinator, you will oversee the planning, design, and construction phases of the project, ensuring all work aligns with medical facility requirements and regulations. You will conduct site visits, assess facility needs, and collaborate with facility managers and contractors to address maintenance and construction requirements. Your role will involve managing project budgets, monitoring construction progress, coordinating tenant relocation, and ensuring compliance with building codes and safety standards. Your expertise will ensure smooth integration of construction work with facility operations, contributing to the successful and timely completion of the project.

Responsibilities: 

• Oversee planning, design, and construction phases of the VA Medical Center project.
• Conduct site visits to assess hospital facilities and identify maintenance needs.
• Develop and implement maintenance plans and SOPs for hospital tools and supplies.
• Coordinate with hospital staff and facility managers for site visits and scheduling.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure compliance with hospital requirements, building codes, and safety standards.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost estimates, and track expenditures.
• Organize design reviews, focusing on constructability and hospital needs.
• Provide technical assistance on maintenance best practices and repair estimates.
• Review contractor submittals for alignment with hospital specifications.
• Oversee quality control, including compliance with mechanical systems and safety regulations.
• Manage special inspections, including hazardous material removal and medical facility compliance.
• Coordinate tenant relocation and moving services to minimize disruptions.
• Provide regular progress reports, addressing potential risks or issues.
• Ensure seamless integration of construction work with hospital operations.
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position. 

Qualifications: 

• At least an Associate’s degree in Arts or Science.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in technical project coordination, preferably within the architectural-engineering industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with expertise in document control, project management, and schedule updates.
• Strong oversight skills to ensure compliance with schedules, specifications, construction practices, and safety requirements.
• Experience in preparing progress reports and maintaining accurate project records.
• Completed 10-hour OSHA Safety Training.
• Spanish fluency preferred.
  
  

Why Planate?

Planate Management Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere.  We Take Care of Our Own; Personally and Professionally, Up and Down The Line.  

We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission!