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Project Coordinator-Heavy Civil
LedcorUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Sept 2025
About the role
We are expanding our Heavy Civil Earthworks team and are looking for Project Coordinators at various stages in their careers—from emerging professionals eager to grow their field experience to seasoned coordinators ready to lead complex, high-impact projects. This is a site-based role requiring 100% travel to project locations across the U.S., where you'll be embedded with field teams to support real-time coordination, reporting, and execution Whether you're just starting out or looking to step into a leadership role, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and join our Ledcor team!
Apply today and join our Ledcor team!
Key Responsibilities:
Field Coordination
- Interpret construction drawings and specifications to support field crews and craft supervision
- Perform quantity calculations and track progress of installed materials and work
- Assist in developing work plans and work packages for field execution
- Support field surveying and layout, including elevation checks, control points, and as-built data collection
- Compile and verify daily labor timesheets and field reports
- Participate in safety reviews, toolbox talks, and site-wide safety meetings
- Coordinate and schedule material deliveries to meet project timelines
- Plan and organize work groups on-site to ensure efficient execution
- Provide oversight and support to field operations and subcontractor activities
Office Coordination
- Perform basic engineering calculations and assist with technical drafting
- Gather and prepare data for submittals and transmittals to clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams
- Prepare purchase orders and assist with subcontractor procurement and coordination
- Maintain and update project schedules as directed
- Manage project documentation including daily reports, RFIs, photos, and correspondence
- Enter and track data in the job cost system and assist in reviewing cost reports with site leadership
- Generate change orders and compile as-built documentation for review by the Project Manager
Estimating Support
- Review historical data to support bid preparation and cost analysis
- Conduct plan and specification reviews to identify risk areas
- Complete material and quantity takeoffs based on bid documents
Qualifications:
We’re hiring for multiple levels of project coordinator roles in Heavy Civil Earthworks construction. Ideal candidates will bring a mix of the following:
- For Senior-Level Candidates- 4 or more years of experience in field engineering, project coordination, or a similar role within heavy civil construction Proven track record supporting complex earthworks projects across multiple phases
- Education in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field (bachelor’s degree preferred)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and scheduling tools such as Primavera
- Experience with construction planning software, 3D model viewers, and document management systems
- Strong communication skills with the ability to lead coordination efforts and interact confidently with stakeholders
- In-depth knowledge of construction processes including project setup, subcontractor management, RFIs, change orders, and closeout
- Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, and problem-solving capabilities
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Willingness to travel and remain on-site for the duration of each project (100% travel required across the U.S.)
- For Junior-Level Candidates-1–3 years of experience in construction coordination, field engineering, or a related role
- Education in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field (bachelor’s degree preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with scheduling tools such as Primavera is an asset
- Exposure to construction planning software, 3D model viewers, or document management systems (preferred)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Eagerness to learn construction processes including RFIs, subcontractor coordination, and change management
- Highly motivated with a strong work ethic and commitment to safety
- Ability to work collaboratively and take initiative
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Willingness to travel and remain on-site for the duration of each project (100% travel required across the U.S.)
Working Conditions:
- Site based position
- Able to meet the physical requirements of the position which involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting (up to 75 pounds), working at heights, in confined spaces and in all types of weather conditions (ra
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