Position Summary:
Project Coordinator - Chicago
Provide support for Project teams across Account or PDS Business Unit •Provide superior client service •Provide superior employee management •Contribute to the growth of the company •Enhance own professional and personal skills •Meet assigned financial targets
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
•Support project executives on large complex projects and assignments.
•Proactively manage project-related issues on account or assignment.
•Demonstrating a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in a timely and cost effective manner.
•Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all PDS technology as required for assigned projects.
•Manage accounts receivables according to the guidelines and requirements set by the Regional Operations manager.
•Ensure that all accounts receivables are maintained at a level not to exceed planned working capital charge as set by corporate finance, account finance team and/or the Regional Operations Manager.
•Assist Local PDS Team in meeting AGM numbers on a Regional and National level as determined on a yearly basis by the Management Executive Committee (not applicable for Accounts).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
•Associate or Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Business, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management, strongly preferred.
•1 year practical retail banking project management or construction experience in a project administration / coordination •Experience in construction management or real estate, preferred •Construction industry experience, strongly preferred, specifically in the areas of billing and vendor management
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
•Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients •Organizational skills with the ability to identify and manage priorities •Excellent written and verbal communication skills •Detail oriented and strong analytical skills •Ability to multi-task and work both in a team and independently •Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite