Project Coordinator, USA SHADE

At PlayPower, we are not just a company; we’re a passionate family of brands dedicated to creating moments of joy and inspiration through play. As a global leader in crafting premier recreational equipment, our mission is to ignite imagination and fuel creativity in people of all ages. By joining our team of over 1600 employees across the world, you are joining a community that believes in the Power of Play! If you're ready to make a lasting impact and bring laughter and fun to the lives of children and adults, explore our exciting opportunities to help us create a world where play knows no limits.

Company Values:

• Honesty and Integrity

• Respect and Caring for Others

• Openness and Collaboration

• Individual and Team Accountability

• Passion and Purpose

Position Overview

The Project Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting construction-related projects from initial order through final shipment. This in-office position requires exceptional organization, communication, and follow-through. You’ll serve as the central point of contact between internal teams, distributors, engineers, and end customers to ensure projects move smoothly and efficiently. This is an entry level role for those who would like to grow their career in construction project management. Bachelor's degree required and job training is provided.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Project Management & Coordination

• Oversee 40–80 concurrent projects, maintaining accurate and up-to-date information for each.

• Track project milestones, lead times, and required documentation from start to finish.

• Prepare and maintain project schedules, updating stakeholders proactively.

• Forecast project timelines and revenue expectations on a monthly basis.

Communication & Customer Support

• Serve as the primary liaison for distributors, owners, and internal teams.

• Respond quickly to emails and phone calls to maintain project momentum.

• Send submittals, request engineered drawings, and coordinate shop drawing approvals.

• Assist customers with general installation questions and troubleshooting (non-technical guidance only).

Documentation & Order Management

• Review orders upon creation to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Verify all project details prior to shipment, including materials, quantities, and delivery requirements.

• Maintain organized digital records for all project documents, correspondence, and approvals.

Logistics & Scheduling

• Request and track shipments, ensuring alignment with project timelines.

• Monitor engineering, manufacturing, and shipping lead times, escalating delays when necessary.

• Coordinate with internal departments to resolve issues that may impact delivery or project success.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering teams, understanding their workflows and communication styles.

• Collaborate with contractors and field personnel, adapting communication to different personalities and technical backgrounds.

• Support the inside sales team with project updates, documentation, and customer follow-up.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree

• 0-2 years of experience in project coordination, construction administration, or a related field preferred

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage high project volume

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency with project tracking tools, spreadsheets, and standard office software

• Comfortable working with technical documents such as drawings and submittals

• Professional, proactive, and detail-oriented

Position Location : Position is onsite Monday – Friday.

Address : 2580 Esters Blvd., DFW Airport 75261