Construction Project Coordinator (Commercial Construction)

TL;DR

Construction Project Coordinator (Commercial Construction): Managing construction contracts, bonding processes, and AIA billing for commercial projects with an accent on operational compliance and documentation accuracy. Focus on maintaining project systems in Buildertrend, tracking retainage, and coordinating communication between stakeholders to ensure projects remain on schedule.

Location: Must be based in South Africa. Working hours: U.S. Business Hours.

Company

hirify.global is a talent sourcing organization connecting professionals with remote opportunities in the construction and operations sectors.

What you will do

• Review and manage commercial construction contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and submit accurate AIA billing packages and maintain Schedule of Values.
• Coordinate bid, performance, and maintenance bonds with municipalities and contractors.
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, and milestones within Buildertrend.
• Support pre-construction administrative activities and project reporting.
• Facilitate communication between clients, vendors, and project managers.

Requirements

• Must be based in South Africa.
• Must be available to work U.S. Business Hours.
• Proven experience with commercial construction contracts and AIA billing.
• Knowledge of bonding processes and construction financial documentation.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with Buildertrend or similar construction management software.
• Background in commercial construction or project management.
• Basic bookkeeping or accounting experience within the construction industry.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and project tracking tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.
• Opportunity to work with experienced project managers and leadership.
• Clear career progression paths into senior operations and management roles.
• High-impact role with ownership over project administration.

Hiring process

• Initial phone screen.
• Spark Hire intro video (3–5 minutes).
• Final client interview.
• Offer and background verification.