Explore Project Coordinator Jobs

Project coordinators help teams keep complex work organized, on schedule, and aligned with business goals. They support planning and execution across industries, coordinating people, timelines, documentation, and resources. Explore vetted Project Coordinator opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Project Coordinator Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and project, but often include maintaining schedules and status reports, arranging meetings, tracking milestones and deliverables, documenting decisions, coordinating stakeholders, and flagging risks or delays. Project coordinators may also support budgets, procurement, compliance, and process improvements while working with project managers and cross-functional teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong organization, communication, attention to detail, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Familiarity with project management tools, spreadsheets, reporting, and collaboration platforms can be valuable. Some positions require a bachelor’s degree or industry-specific experience; others emphasize demonstrated coordination experience and knowledge of project workflows. Certifications such as CAPM or PMP may be helpful for certain roles, depending on experience and employer requirements.

Project Coordinator Career Paths

Project coordination can provide a foundation for advancement into project management, program management, operations, or specialized roles in fields such as technology, construction, healthcare, and finance. Career progression depends on the scope of projects, industry knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to deliver measurable outcomes. Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and seniority; Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

Find Project Coordinator Opportunities on Ladders

Browse Project Coordinator job listings on Ladders to discover roles that match your experience and career goals. Review each posting for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply to positions that fit your background.

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$150K - $190K *

Drive project management excellence in high voltage power delivery, overseeing engineering teams and ensuring quality deliverables. Lead complex projects from initiation to closeout, fostering client...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Drive the strategic evolution and governance of equity compensation programs in a dynamic private equity context. Lead vendor management, execute precise equity agreements, and ensure compliance while...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $158K *

Join a team that's leading innovation in print and packaging processes. Drive complex projects, enhance workflows, and ensure top-tier color management across multiple business units while collaborati...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project financial performance by managing accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with project teams to enhance profitability and cash flow. Drive timely reporting and su...

Miami, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $89K *

Champion essential operations and fellowship support for a regional team, provide administrative oversight, and build strong relationships with 400+ fellows and numerous partner organizations to drive...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $160K *

Deliver strategic leadership in federal subcontract management, guiding a team through the entire subcontract lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliance and drive p...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic direction and oversight for the subcontract life cycle, ensuring compliance and effective management across federal programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance subcont...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive success at the intersection of federal contracts and strategic initiatives, leading cross-functional teams to enhance performance, manage diverse portfolios, and foster client relationships whil...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $135K *

Transform clinical trial operations by leading a dynamic team to ensure seamless execution of device-based studies, from feasibility to close-out, while driving process improvements and fostering cros...

Boston, MARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a large-scale automation project as the executive leader driving end-to-end delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, and quality align with customer expectations and business objecti...

Franklin, TNRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Lead transformative highway projects that enhance transportation networks and community connectivity. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success from planning through delivery...

Hartford, CTRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team to lead complex civil engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to design and implement innovative transportation solutions that en...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $245K *

Join our team as a Project Manager, overseeing high voltage Power Delivery projects from initiation to closeout. Foster client relationships, manage resources and budgets, and ensure project delivery...

Boston, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $245K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Power Delivery project management. Lead complex utility infrastructure projects, ensuring successful execution from planning to closeout while mentoring and gu...

Richmond, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Deliver innovative solutions by managing complex programs, ensuring seamless execution and coordination across multiple contracts while leveraging extensive IT expertise and leadership skills to drive...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee portfolio health, ensuring quality and operational alignment across studies. Drive performance visibility, manage risks, and facilitate client governance while fostering...

Johnson City, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $175K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence across client portfolios, ensuring governance, performance management, and continuous improvement. Drive client satisfaction and financial account...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$92K - $138K *

Lead client provisioning operations in Revenue Cycle Management, ensuring secure and efficient access throughout the user lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $100K *

Lead the execution of software delivery by managing internal teams and vendor partnerships. Oversee backlog management, sprint execution, and ensure alignment between business needs and engineering ca...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $172K *

Champion eDiscovery project management by leading high-visibility initiatives for the DOJ. Collaborate with legal teams to ensure seamless project execution across all EDRM phases, delivering quality...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate impactful AI integration and operational efficiency by translating CEO priorities into actionable workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and streamlin...

Miami, FLRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$275K - $325K *

Lead the charge in building and managing a construction banking sector, driving strategy, partnerships, and product development while overseeing P&L and fostering key relationships to establish Flex a...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Engage with a dynamic CRO to oversee clinical monitoring and enhance site performance. Foster relationships, ensure compliance with regulations, and lead a team in delivering quality outcomes in clini...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $145K *

Strategize initiatives to enhance workforce alignment and Agile practices, driving high performance in IT services for federal clients while fostering a collaborative culture and supporting strategic...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer experiences by designing, integrating, and optimizing innovative automation solutions. Collaborate with diverse clients to deliver technical excellence and enhance service delivery...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Coordinator do?question toggle

    A Project Coordinator supports project planning and delivery by tracking schedules, milestones, and deliverables; coordinating meetings and stakeholders; maintaining documentation; and communicating updates and potential risks.

  • What qualifications are needed for Project Coordinator jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and industry. Many roles value coordination experience, organization, communication, and familiarity with project management tools. Some require a degree, specialized industry knowledge, or certifications such as CAPM or PMP.

  • What skills are important for Project Coordinators?question toggle

    Key skills often include organization, clear communication, attention to detail, time management, problem-solving, collaboration, and the ability to track multiple priorities using project tools and reports.

  • What is the career path for a Project Coordinator?question toggle

    Project Coordinators may advance to Project Manager, Program Manager, or operations roles, or specialize in a particular industry. Progression typically depends on experience, project scope, leadership skills, and demonstrated results.

  • Do Project Coordinator jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Pay varies by industry, location, employer, and seniority. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, where available; check individual listings for specific compensation details.