Project Coordinator

DescriptionProject Coordinator

Location: Maryland Heights, MO
Job Type: Full-time, in-office
Compensation: Starting at $65,000 annually plus 10% annual incentive opportunity. Actual starting pay will be based on experience, skills, and overall qualifications.

About the Role

We are looking for a Project Coordinator to help drive product development projects from concept through production release. This role serves as the central point of coordination for schedules, communication, risk management, and project execution across multiple departments.

This position is a strong fit for someone who enjoys organization, problem solving, collaboration, and keeping complex projects moving forward. You will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure projects remain on track, stakeholders stay informed, and business objectives are achieved.

What You'll Do

Project Coordination and Execution

Coordinate new product development projects from concept through commercialization and production launch
Maintain project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and action item tracking
Monitor project progress and identify schedule risks, resource constraints, and potential delays
Support project planning activities, timeline development, and project reporting
Help ensure projects stay aligned with business objectives and development requirements

Risk Management and Issue Resolution

Facilitate project risk identification and assessment activities
Develop and track risk mitigation plans with cross functional teams
Monitor projects for emerging issues and ensure timely escalation when needed
Maintain project health metrics and escalation triggers
Help teams proactively address challenges before they impact project success

Communication and Stakeholder Management

Facilitate project meetings and document key decisions and action items
Prepare and distribute project status reports and dashboards
Ensure stakeholders understand project status, priorities, risks, and key decisions
Provide visibility into project progress and performance metrics
Support alignment across departments and project teams

Process Improvement and Governance

Support stage gate and product development processes
Lead gate review activities for product development projects
Maintain project documentation, records, and change logs
Help improve project management standards, tools, and best practices
Promote a culture of accountability, communication, and continuous improvement

Cross Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and other teams
Coordinate activities across multiple functions to support successful project delivery
Support design reviews, production readiness activities, and development milestones
Help ensure teams have the information and resources needed to execute effectively

Travel

Minimal travel may be required occasionally

QualificationsWhat We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Project Management, or a related field
5 or more years of experience coordinating projects in a product development, engineering, manufacturing, or technical environment
Experience managing project schedules, milestones, and cross functional activities
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Experience identifying project risks and supporting issue resolution
Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Azure DevOps, and Microsoft 365
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and follow through
Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functions

Preferred

Experience supporting new product development or stage gate development processes
Familiarity with manufacturing operations and production launches
Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies including FMEA and risk registers
CAPM, PMP, or similar project management certification
Engineering or technical product development experience

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
Ability to occasionally work in laboratory and manufacturing environments
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when needed
Occasional travel may require air and ground transportation

Why Join Us

Play a key role in bringing new products to market
Work closely with cross-functional teams across the organization
Help improve project execution and product development processes
Gain visibility into strategic initiatives that drive company growth
Join a company that values continuous improvement, teamwork, and accountability

Equal Opportunity Employer

Engineered Corrosion Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process.