Construction Projects Coordinator

Salary : $49,670.40 - $82,638.40 Annually

Location : Houston, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202600519

Department: Engineering & Construction Service

Opening Date: 03/02/2026

Closing Date: 3/16/2026 11:59 AM Central

Position Description

The Construction Project Coordinator provides specialized construction administrative support duties, including the administration of the HCTRA Construction project management software for the Capital Projects and Infrastructure (CPI) division. Responsible for working with the Deputy Director, Assistant Directors in CPI, HCTRA Engineers, Program Managers, and Project Managers in the initiation, management, and closing of construction projects within the HCTRA construction management software, including schedules, change orders, Request for Information, substantial completion, retainage release, etc. Assists in project documentation for projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Monitors construction contracts and projects and provides specialized construction administrative support duties, including the administration of the HCTRA Construction project management software for the Capital Projects and Infrastructure (CPI) division.

Responsible for working with the Deputy Director, Assistant Directors in CPI, HCTRA Engineers, Program Managers, and Project Managers in the initiation, management, and closing of construction projects within HCTRA construction management software, including schedules, change orders, requests for Information, substantial completion, retainage release, etc.

Maintains records and reports for construction contracts and assists HCTRA Program and Project Managers in project documentation for projects.

Reviews project documents for compliance before construction project letting. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Other Duties:

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.

Minimum five (5) years' experience in an increasingly responsible construction administrative role.

Experience with construction projects. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to provide specialized administrative support.

Advanced knowledge of personal computer, utilizing software such as Outlook, Word, and Excel in a Microsoft Windows environment.

Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality, judgment, personal responsibility, and dependability.

Ability to work independently with only general direction and utilizing established policies and objectives.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain a professional attitude and interact well with all office personnel at all levels including consultants and other stakeholders.

Ability to be dependable and maintain good attendance.

Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner to meet critical time deadlines.

Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals. Physical Demands:

Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours Work:

This is a full-time position.

Typical work hours and Monday through Friday

Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department. Work Environment:

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

There are no major sources of discomfort.

A normal office environment with acceptable lighting and climate control is provided. Reporting Relations:

Reports To Position: Assistant Director, Project Management

Supervises Positions: N/A

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email:

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.

The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Wellness

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.

10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday

Professional Development Opportunities

Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

Healthcare Reimbursement Account

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Retirement pension (TCDRS)

Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:

01

Do you require sponsorship?

Yes

No

02

Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution?

Yes

No

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How many years experience do you have with construction projects?

less than 1 year

1-2 years

2-4years

5 or more years

04

How many years of experience do you have with in an increasingly responsible construction administrative role ?

less than 1 year

1-2 years

2-4 years

5 or more years

Required Question