Project Coordinator - Excavation

Job Description

Job Description

We specialize in heavy civil and excavation services, providing top-quality site preparation, grading, trenching, and utility installation for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Our team is growing, and we're looking for a driven, detail-oriented Project Coordinator / Junior Project Manager to support our field operations and help keep projects on track from the ground up.

Position Overview:
This role is ideal for someone with a solid understanding of construction workflows—especially excavation—and a desire to grow into a leadership role. You will assist in planning, organizing, and overseeing various excavation projects, working alongside senior project managers, estimators, and field supervisors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and track day-to-day excavation activities and progress on active job sites
• Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, and resource plans
• Support permitting, utility locates, inspections, and compliance documentation
• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal crews
• Prepare job documentation including RFIs, change orders, purchase orders, and site reports
• Monitor site safety, erosion control, and environmental requirements
• Help manage material and equipment logistics for excavation and utility work
• Support estimating and bidding processes as needed

Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 1–3 years of experience in excavation, site work, or heavy civil construction
• Knowledge of excavation practices, soil conditions, and underground utilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with software like Bluebeam or AutoCAD is an asset
• Strong communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to visit active job sites regularly

What We Offer

• Competitive wages
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays