The job of a project coordinator may vary based on the company, however they typically are responsible for all large projects, like a marketing campaign or the creation of a new product that is being pursued by a business.
Project coordinators typically manage multiple projects at a time and sometimes are subordinate to the supervision of a project manager. In these instances the project coordinators are needed to manage the schedule and calendar of their supervisor, and essential tasks include planning projects, dispensing responsibility as well as distributing budgets and schedules, supervising meetings, and making sure that the projects are completed according to deadlines. Projects that are being worked on by employees typically need reports or presentations that the coordinator of the project must prepare and the people who are in this position serve as liaisons between employees as well as anyone else who is involved in the project including stakeholders and executives. They might also be required to create the travel schedule, plan meetings, prepare expense reports, and distribute resources to various departments.
The project coordinator must be organized and able to work under pressure and be capable of multitasking, focus on details and a calm demeanor are essential. They must also be proficient with programs like Microsoft Excel, and a bachelor's degree in communications or business is usually required for this job. The majority of work is done in a workplace however some travel might sometimes be necessary.