Project Coordinator
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Continued growth and expansion have created an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Coordinator to join our fast-paced team. At IDEC Elevator Products, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work environment where your contributions truly make a difference.
Essential Functions
- Drawing Review and Submittal Coordination
- Receive preliminary drawings and project requirements from the Drafting Engineer.
- Review and submit “Preliminary Drawings” to customers, along with a formal request for required project information, based on project type (Cabs, Entrances, or Doors).
- Track and organize customer responses, ensuring all required approvals and selections are collected accurately and promptly.
- Approval Management
- Process customer responses, whether marked “Revise and Resubmit” (R&R) or “Approved as Noted” (AAN).
- Compare customer mark-ups to the original scope of work.
- Identify any scope changes and initiate change order requests with the Sales team.
- Hold drawing revisions until sales approval is received (if required), and coordinate changes with the Drafting Engineer.
- Resubmit revised drawings to the customer for re-approval, repeating this process as necessary until final approval is secured.
- Production Scheduling
- Complete a “Project Timeline Form” once customer approval is received without scope changes.
- Participate in weekly production scheduling meetings with the General Manager (Tuesdays and Thursdays) to assign production dates.
- Ensure manufacturing dates are assigned and confirmed within the same week for all approvals received during that period.
- Communicate tentative production completion dates to the customer.
- Documentation and Organization
- Save all customer communications, drawing revisions, and approvals in the designated job folders on the LAN.
- Ensure that all electronic files are clearly named and well-organized, allowing for easy navigation and reference by all team members.
- Maintain thorough documentation throughout the approval and production process.
- Customer Communication and Reporting
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers regarding their project status.
- Provide timely updates throughout the approval and production phases.
- Send monthly “Customer Project Status Reports” outlining project progress and highlighting any delays or issues.
- General Accountability
- Maintain strong attention to detail and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Ensure all tasks are completed on time and with a high level of accuracy.
- Collaborate effectively with Sales, Drafting, and Production teams to ensure project success.
- A minimum of three years of related experience.
- Prior experience in manufacturing is a plus!
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD preferred.
- Computer Skills: Microsoft (Excel, Word)
- Able to read blueprints, drawings, etc. is a plus
- Job duties may require coordination and/or some level of 2D drafting when workloads are higher at times
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams.
We offer competitive compensation based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (100% paid for employees, 50% for dependents).
- 401(k) retirement plans.
- Disability and life insurance.
- AFLAC and wellness programs.
- Employee discounts.
- Paid vacations and holidays.
IDEC Elevator Products is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment where your contributions make a difference.
AA/EOE