Project Coordinator
Persons Services Corp · Mobile, AL ·
- Employment
- Contract
- Category
- Project management
- Experience
- 2+ years
Project Coordinator in Mobile, AL supporting a construction and disaster-response firm's Disaster Division: builds action plans with Project Managers and Superintendents, manages permitting with AHJs, and tracks budgets, schedules, and documentation across recovery projects. Core tools include Microsoft Office, Procore, and Bluebeam.
Project Coordinator
Location: Mobile, AL
Build Legacy. Lead with Integrity. Grow with Purpose.
We are currently seeking a highly organized Project Coordinator to serve as the operational backbone of our Disaster Division. This is a unique opportunity for a detail-oriented, deadline-driven professional to work alongside Project Managers and Superintendents to turn complex recovery projects into clear, actionable plans, and to help families and communities get back home faster.
Persons Services is a dynamic and rapidly expanding construction and disaster response firm, proudly operating across the United States and the Caribbean. Our award-winning team is consistently recognized for excellence, including ENR Top Contractor rankings, multiple consecutive years on the INC 5000 list, and numerous industry accolades. We are industry-renowned for our CDBG-DR housing programs and have helped communities across the Southeast rebuild after disaster strikes.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with Project Managers and Superintendents to build comprehensive action plans, including resources, timeframes, and budgets
- Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment, and information across multiple active projects
- Manage permitting with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), tracking applications, inspections, and approvals to keep work moving
- Break projects into manageable actions with clear timeframes and accountability
- Liaise with clients to identify and define project requirements, scope, and objectives
- Assign tasks to internal teams and support schedule management to keep projects on track
- Ensure clients' needs are met as projects evolve and priorities shift
- Assist in preparing and monitoring project budgets and respond to financial inquiries
- Monitor project progress, proactively identifying and resolving issues as they arise
- Work with Project Managers and Superintendents to eliminate blockers and keep crews productive
- Track working hours, plans, and expenditures using project management tools
- Maintain accurate, organized project documentation from initiation through closeout
- Champion our safety culture and exemplify our Core Values in every aspect of work
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 2+ years of experience in project coordination, preferably in construction, disaster recovery, or housing programs
- Working knowledge of the permitting process and experience interacting with AHJs and inspectors
- Familiarity with CDBG-DR, FEMA, or other federally funded programs is a strong plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software such as Procore and Bluebeam
- Exceptional time management skills with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional, client-focused approach
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation
- Adaptable and calm under pressure, able to respond to changing project conditions
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team
- Someone who embodies our Core Values and represents our company with distinction
What We Offer
- Meaningful work that directly helps communities recover and rebuild after disaster
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance policy and short-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Paid time off (2 weeks per year), accrued weekly after employment begins
- 9 paid holidays annually
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities with a rapidly growing organization
- A culture that values character, purpose, and innovation
Our Core Values
We show GRIT in our unwavering determination to get the job done with GRATITUDE driving us. We strive for PROFOUND AUTHENTICITY to uphold core values and foster meaningful connections. We practice TRANSPARENT COMMUNICATION as the foundation of our relationships. We stay EXCITED AND CURIOUS to seek better solutions. We work as ONE TEAM with our partners to execute, aiming to create RAVING FANS.
If you’re an organized, results-driven professional ready to make a real difference with a fast-growing industry leader - we want to hear from you.
Apply today and join a team where your coordination and follow-through help rebuild communities and restore lives.