Project Coordinator - In-Plant Special Projects Division

NexGen Contracting•Anderson, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

NexGen is looking for a Project Coordinator to join their In-Plant Special Projects team in either Anderson, SC or Charlotte, NC! Responsibilities Why NexGen? NexGen Contracting, the self-perform arm of Gray, is based in Franklin, TN, and specializes in executing turnkey project scopes, including concrete, steel, millwright, and finishes. NexGen is fully integrated with Gray Construction and serves as a preferred subcontractor. The NexGen team is made of career, trade-specific professionals and core craftsmen with decades of experience who are dedicated to meeting our customers’ unique needs. NexGen offers a wide range of self-perform services, which include supervision, administration, craft labor, materials, tools, documentation, consumables, and safety devices to successfully carry projects from start to finish. Why Gray? Gray is a fully integrated, global service provider deeply rooted in engineering, design, and construction, along with smart manufacturing and equipment manufacturing services. Consistently ranked as a leader in the industry, we focus on the following markets for domestic and international customers: Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, Automotive, Distribution, Mission Critical, and Commercial. Founded in 1960, Gray’s robust offering enables us to create one-of-a-kind solutions at the highest levels of customization, delivering unmatched precision and partnership to some of the world’s most sophisticated organizations. Still, these areas don’t define Gray—our people do. Passion, commitment, and a great team spirit all speak to the team members at Gray. Qualifications POSITION SUMMARY: The Project Coordinator plays an essential entry-level role in supporting our construction projects by managing documentation, systems updates, and communication between project stakeholders. This position is ideal for individuals seeking to launch a rewarding career in the construction industry, offering opportunities to learn project management fundamentals and gain exposure to field operations. This is a project-based role requiring a full-time travel commitment. Assist in organizing and maintaining job files to ensure continuity and accuracy of project documentation. Implement and support administrative and operational procedures as directed by project leadership. Collect and compile weekly manpower data to assist with operations reporting. Update and manage project status in systems such as Procore, Monday.com, and other internal platforms. Serve as an on-site point of contact for resolving minor IT and administrative issues, escalating as needed. Assist with the processing of Requests for Information (RFIs) and submittals under supervision. Help maintain the current construction document set, ensuring version control and access by relevant team members. Support the project team with material tracking, delivery coordination, and daily reporting inputs. Communicate effectively with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to support project execution. Assist with jobsite construction activities as directed, including basic support tasks and logistics. Perform other duties as assigned to support project and team success. Please note that we operate on a 10/4 schedule — 10 days on, followed by 4 days off. Candidates must be able to work this schedule. The new team member should be an energetic, self-motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development. If you are a high achiever striving to exceed expectations in a fast-paced innovative company, then Gray is the place for you. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Demonstrated interest in construction industry or project management.
Willingness and availability to travel full-time based on project assignments.
Reliable transportation to/from project sites.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment with minimal supervision.
Flexible, adaptable, and eager to learn the fundamentals of construction and concrete-specific processes.
Other duties may be assigned.
Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or minimum of one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in organizing and maintaining job files to ensure continuity and accuracy of project documentation.
Implement and support administrative and operational procedures as directed by project leadership.
Collect and compile weekly manpower data to assist with operations reporting.
Update and manage project status in systems such as Procore, Monday.com, and other internal platforms.
Serve as an on-site point of contact for resolving minor IT and administrative issues, escalating as needed.
Assist with the processing of Requests for Information (RFIs) and submittals under supervision.
Help maintain the current construction document set, ensuring version control and access by relevant team members.
Support the project team with material tracking, delivery coordination, and daily reporting inputs.
Communicate effectively with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to support project execution.
Assist with jobsite construction activities as directed, including basic support tasks and logistics.
Perform other duties as assigned to support project and team success.