Construction Project Coordinator

Staley Electric – Construction Project Coordinator

Build Your Career with One of Arkansas' Premier Electrical Contractors

Since 1951, Staley Electric has built a reputation for delivering exceptional electrical construction and service throughout Arkansas. As an award-winning, family-owned company, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a culture built on trust, integrity, teamwork, and our commitment to "Show Extraordinary Care" —for our customers, our coworkers, and every project we undertake.

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your construction career while working alongside experienced industry leaders, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Staley Electric?

• Competitive Compensation
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Dave Ramsey Smart Dollar Financial Wellness Program
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Additional Voluntary Benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Employee Recognition & Retention Programs
• Ongoing Professional Development & Training
• Family-Owned, Values-Driven Culture

Position Summary

Staley Electric is seeking an organized, motivated, and detail-oriented Construction Project Coordinator to support the successful execution of commercial and industrial electrical construction projects.

Reporting directly to the Vice President of Construction, this position serves as a key member of the Construction Team by supporting Project Managers, Estimators, and Field Leadership throughout every phase of a project.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, coordinating multiple priorities, working with construction documents, and helping projects succeed from estimating through closeout. It offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth into Assistant Project Management or other construction leadership positions.

Primary Responsibilities

Project Coordination

• Support Project Managers throughout the lifecycle of commercial and industrial electrical construction projects.
• Assist with project startup, documentation, and closeout.
• Maintain organized project files, logs, and correspondence.
• Coordinate communication between Project Managers, Superintendents, vendors, subcontractors, and clients.

Change Order Administration

• Prepare, track, and organize change orders.
• Gather pricing information and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate approvals and maintain accurate change order logs.
• Assist Project Managers in maximizing project profitability through timely documentation.

Contract & Scope Support

• Review owner contracts, subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and project documents.
• Assist in identifying contract requirements, exclusions, and potential project risks.
• Prepare and revise detailed scope letters for bids and negotiated work.
• Help ensure project execution aligns with contractual obligations.

Estimating & Preconstruction Support

• Perform quantity takeoffs from construction drawings.
• Assist with bid preparation and proposal development.
• Review plans, specifications, and addenda.
• Coordinate vendor pricing and material quotations.
• Support estimators with project documentation and cost research.

Executive & Department Support

• Assist the Vice President of Construction with reports, presentations, process improvements, and strategic initiatives.
• Develop reports and tracking tools to improve departmental efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the Construction Department.

Qualifications

Required

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Preferred (Not Required)

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience supporting commercial construction projects.
• Experience with electrical construction is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with estimating software, Bluebeam, Foundation, ConEst, or similar construction software.
• Understanding of construction contracts, scopes of work, change orders, and project documentation.

We're Looking for Someone Who

• Takes initiative and enjoys solving problems.
• Has excellent organizational skills and pays close attention to detail.
• Can effectively manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Enjoys collaborating with field personnel, project managers, and executive leadership.
• Is analytical and continuously looks for ways to improve processes.
• Communicates professionally and confidently.
• Wants to build a long-term career in commercial construction.

Career Growth

At Staley Electric, we invest in developing future leaders. This position provides hands-on experience in estimating, project management, contracts, construction operations, and executive leadership.

Potential career progression includes:

• Construction Project Coordinator
• Assistant Project Manager
• Project Manager
• Construction Specialists

Ideal Candidate Background

• Construction Project Coordinator
• Assistant Project Manager
• Project Engineer
• Construction Administrator
• Estimating Coordinator
• Project Controls Coordinator
• Commercial Construction Administration
• Electrical Construction Support
• Construction Management Graduate with internship experience

This position is designated as safety sensitive under Arkansas Act 593 of 2017.

Staley Electric is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual