Project Coordinator - Construction na The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD (“The HARRIS CENTER”) is looking for a Project Coordinator - Construction to join our team.  The Project Coordinator assists in coordinating construction projects from pre-construction through completion, representing the owner’s interests and supporting the Senior Construction Project Manager. You will also work closely with internal departments and external stakeholders to help ensure successful project delivery. This role requires a strong communicator with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills who can manage internal and external administrative processes, track construction progress, and keep project documentation highly organized and up to date.

Your role in action:

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and overseeing construction project activities to align with the owner’s goals, timeline, and budget.
• Provide high-level administrative and organizational support to the Project Team across all phases of project execution.
• Work collaboratively with internal departments (e.g., legal, procurement, finance, facilities, operations) to ensure alignment and integration of project priorities.
• Manage internal and external administrative processes related to project execution and compliance.
• Monitor construction progress through site visits and communications and prepare progress reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Manage and maintain project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, contracts, meeting minutes, and correspondence.
• Ensure that all project records are accurate, well-organized, and readily accessible.
• Proactively manage project-related issues, identifying potential challenges early and escalating as needed.
• Assist in coordinating and tracking Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and maintain consistent, organized electronic filing systems. 
  
• Prepare and submit timely deliverables and updates to leadership and project stakeholders.
• Foster strong working relationships with team members, vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Perform any additional related tasks as assigned by project leadership or senior management.

What qualifications you will need:

Education:

• High School Diploma or General Education diploma.

Experience:

• Entry level, no experience required.
• Internship or prior experience in a construction-related or project coordination role preferred.
• Familiarity with construction project delivery methods and basic understanding of building systems preferred.
• Experience supporting or managing RFP and contract documentation preferred.

 Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and stakeholders.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with project management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of construction documents, terminology, and project workflows.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team

About us:

The Harris Center is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas.  As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provides care to over 90,000 people and has an annual budget of over $300 million.

As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The Harris Center provides a full continuum of services at 80 different sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 40 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the largest communities in the nation.

By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,500 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.

What else you should know:

• This posting is associated with position #1363.

What we have to offer:

The Harris Center not only offers a competitive salary but also a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching – a testament to our investment in your long-term financial well-being. Experience the unique advantage of our prior service credit, accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual, empowering you to enjoy well-deserved breaks.

Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well-being.

Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our employees are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education.

Contributes to suicide care and prevention by embracing our values and applying a trauma-informed approach rooted in safety, trust, choice, collaboration, and empowerment.