Development Coordinator jobs in Kentucky

Project Coordinator

Job Description

REPORTS TO: Project Manager of Strategic Initiatives

STATUS: Exempt

LDG Development and our affiliated companies are growing rapidly to produce higher levels of much-needed affordable housing across the nation. Our founding belief that “Everyone Deserves a Quality Place to Live” has resulted in an organization that has now achieved #1 Ranking as Affordable Housing Developer and our focus on our employees and company culture has resulted in the Top Best Places to Work in Louisville each of the last two years. We believe that the foundation of a stable supporting living environment allows individuals to thrive and accomplish their dreams in education, career paths, and more. The overall reputation and quality that LDG puts forward in all business practices are key to keeping our goals alive.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Project Coordinator position involves working with and reporting to management on various initiatives to ensure controlled growth, effective communication, and improve efficiencies across the entire organization. The ideal candidate will be well organized, detail oriented, and a self-starter.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate/organize project management activities, resources, and information.
• Assist management in creating and maintaining an organized documentation structure for projects within accounting as well as for the entire organization.
• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all parties timely.
• Utilizes a variety of communication means daily.
• Assist management with breaking down project actions and building timelines for completion.
• Perform administrative tasks and research as needed.
• Accumulate various financial reports for properties and consolidate that information in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensure project deadlines are met by monitoring progress and handling issues as they arise.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with third-party resources, including vendors and researchers.
• Prepare and deliver regular project status reports to management, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and recommended actions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field preferred but not required.
• Project management qualification (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) preferred but not required.
• 1-3-year experience in Project Management/Coordination.
• Must be a team player and can work collaboratively.
• Must have excellent communication and organizational skills and be detail-oriented.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Requires interpersonal and effective communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Project).