Construction Project Coordinator

About the Role

Cowen Construction, a fourth-generation Oklahoma Construction Company established in 1896, is recruiting for a limited number of qualified Construction Project Coordinators. All Cowen employees are committed to our client satisfaction and to supporting each other in our endeavor to exceed our client expectations. Project types include commercial mid-rise, retail, mixed-use, medical, hospitality, and multi-family. We are looking for a proactive take charge building professional who takes pride in delivering excellence.

Core Responsibilities

• Work with their assigned Building Team in communicating at the highest level with clients, architects, engineers, design partners, subcontractors, trades, and internal staff
• Assist Project Manager with coordination of commercial projects ensuring non-compromised quality, schedule management, safety, and budget control
• Coordinate and review shop drawings and submittals
• Interface with the Architect's Representative on shop drawings and submittals
• Establish and follow up on delivery dates for long lead time items and expediting material orders
• Responsible for the creation of Operation and Maintenance Manuals for equipment to be turned over to the Owner at project end and review of as-built drawings
• As applicable, the ability to manage multiple projects at various locations concurrently
• Manage and set client expectations and professionally address concerns or issue escalation
• Assist estimating department in bidding process and accepting handoff of awarded projects

Qualifications & Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organized with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and other documents
• Work with others as a team player
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Solid communication skills
• Results-driven, with the ability to effectively manage and follow up on multiple priorities
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to work with construction management software
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or equivalent preferred