Construction Project Coordinator (Experience Required)
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
- Support the coordination of construction renovation and facility improvement projects from start to finish
- Assist in scheduling tracking milestones and maintaining project timelines
- Help monitor budgets invoices and project-related expenses
- Coordinate communication between contractors vendors and hospital departments
- Attend project meetings and site walkthroughs; document updates and action items
- Maintain organized project files including contracts permits and reports
- Assist with vendor coordination quotes and procurement tracking
- Identify project risks or delays and escalate appropriately
- Support compliance with safety standards and hospital policies
- Help prepare project updates and summaries for leadership
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Construction Management Business Engineering or related field
- 3 years of experience in construction facilities project coordination or related field
- Internship co-op or hands-on project experience strongly encouraged
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Outlook Word)
- Willingness to learn project management tools and construction processes
(Preferred Not Required)
- Exposure to construction facilities or healthcare environments
- Basic understanding of building systems or construction workflows
- Familiarity with project tracking tools (Procore Smartsheet etc.)
- Interest in pursuing CAPM or PMP certification
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk active construction sites and hospital facilities
- Ability to wear required PPE when needed
- May occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
Work Environment
- Hospital setting with a mix of office and on-site project work
- Exposure to active construction and renovation areas
- Collaborative fast-paced environment with multiple ongoing projects
Why This Role Stands Out
- Hands-on exposure to real construction and facilities projects
- Direct mentorship from experienced project leaders
- Clear pathway into Project Manager roles
- Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that impact patient care
Reporting Relationship
Reports to: Director of Facilities/Engineering
Location
Derby CT
Equal Employment Opportunity
Griffin Hospitalis an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Discover the award-winning, patient-centered care at Griffin Health in New Haven County. Our skilled physicians offer compassionate, state-of-the-art treatments.