Construction Project Coordinator

Job Title:

Construction Project Scheduler

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Construction Project Scheduler to join our dynamic team. This role involves maintaining and updating short-term and weekly construction schedules, visiting job sites to submit daily logs, and coordinating labor sequencing across concrete and masonry crews. The ideal candidate will adeptly adjust schedules due to weather, site conditions, inspections, or production changes and communicate any adjustments promptly.

Responsibilities

* Maintain, and update short-term and weekly construction schedules.

* Visit job sites and submit daily logs.

* Coordinate labor sequencing across concrete and masonry crews.

* Adjust schedules as needed due to weather, site conditions, inspections, or production changes.

* Identify scheduling conflicts and communicate adjustments in a timely manner.

* Serve as a primary liaison between project managers, foremen, suppliers, and dispatch.

* Communicate daily schedule updates and changes clearly and consistently.

* Support field operations by ensuring alignment between schedules and jobsite needs.

* Maintain accurate records of schedules, deliveries, and changes.

* Assist project managers with look-ahead planning and production forecasting.

* Support multiple active projects simultaneously while maintaining organization and accuracy.

Essential Skills

* 2+ years of experience in construction scheduling, project coordination, or operations.

* Experience in concrete, masonry, or related construction trades preferred.

* Strong understanding of construction sequencing and jobsite workflows.

* Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

* Clear and professional communication skills.

* Proficiency with scheduling tools and software (e.g., Excel, construction management software).

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Experience in concrete and masonry trades.

* Experience in project coordination and document control.

* Construction administration knowledge.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and offers significant room for upward mobility. The role requires visiting job sites and maintaining communication across teams, primarily from our office in Newark. The dress code is professional and suitable for job site visits. The company is growing, and this position provides a great opportunity for career advancement in a supportive team environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kearny, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kearny,NJ.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 2, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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