Construction Project Coordinator

Role Summary

Wight & Company , an award winning, full service Architectural, Engineering and Construction Management firm with offices in Darien and Chicago, has an exciting opportunity for a Project Coordinator to join our fast paced Construction Management team!

Responsibilities

Support Project Managers and group management with the following tasks:

• Prepare and issue subcontracts
• Draft Change Orders for execution by subcontractors and PM’s
• Receive and review Certificates of Insurance for contract compliance
• Coordinate submittals and closeout documentation with subcontractors.
• Prepare bid packages and addenda; upload/distribute as required
• Participate in bid openings as requested and document results
• Receive and process subcontractor pay applications in coordination with the Accounting group.
• Assist departmental leadership as requested
• Other tasks as required

Requirements

• 5+ year’s experience as an Administrative or Project Assistant in the construction, engineering or architecture industry.
• Experience with contracts, change orders, bid packages, insurance and bonds;
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting
• Detail oriented individual with good organizational skills;
• Highly self motivated with the ability to work alone or in teams.
• Excellent oral and written and communication skills;
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft office suite
• Fluency with CMIC a significant plus

Wight & Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Please view the following links for more information - EEO , EEO Supplement , and Pay Transparency .

Wight & Company values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please call us at 630.969.7000 and ask to speak with a Human Resources representative.