Project Coordinator, Capex

Being part of KO Construction means joining the ranks of a group of driven, down-to-earth individuals who are passionate about excellence and continuous growth. KO Construction prides itself in cutting edge technology, efficient processes, excellent customer service, and fostering a workplace that feels more like family than work. We believe everyone plays a critical role in the success of our company. With our exponential growth comes the opportunity for you to be a part of building something great! Join our team today!

As a Project Coordinator at KO Construction, you will be responsible for collaborating with our third-party vendors, and across departments to drive Capital Projects and Maintenance initiatives for all KO Storage Facilities. As a key player of our Capital Improvements team, you will play an integral role in the scalable growth and success of our company.

Work Location: Minnetonka, MN

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

A Day in the Life

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions upon request.

• Plans, designs, and executes multiple renovation, construction, or maintenance projects, from conception to completion, to meet company requirements, budget, and time restraints.
• Writes, reviews, and revises all scopes of work for various projects.
• Review all design plans to ensure the construction assumptions and project risks have been identified and addressed.
• Coordinates and directs vendors, subcontractors and/or on-site personnel in the construction process from start to finish.
• Prepares internal and external reports pertaining to job status and ensures prompt communication to key stake holders.
• Develop strong understanding of access control, and camera product lines to design layouts within company standards.
• Develop and prepare project budgets and cost estimates. Ensure that project budget stays within budget.
• Develop schedules and maintain targeted completion dates. Understand how to manage milestones and bring appropriate resources to challenges impacting the schedule.
• Responsible for identifying, vetting, and negotiating contractual terms with vendors.
• Advise management of any project delays or budget challenges and identifies alternate actions to maintain schedules and budgets.
• Research and recommend procedures, processes, and services for continuous improvement in the delivery of results.
• Provide emergency response as needed.
• Perform due diligence for acquisitions and redevelopments.

Who You Are

• 3 years project management experience preferred in a major chain or multiple location organization for either a vendor, property management company, or retailer preferably overseeing the management of assets and remodels or capital projects.
• Must possess strong project accounting skills, including budget development, ongoing project cost monitoring and large money contract management.
• An undergraduate degree from an accredited 4-year university (preferred)
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Strong computer skills (MS Suite office of programs including Word, Excel, Access, Project, and Primavera-Expedition)
• Construction Management interest

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• May require travel.