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Logisticus Projects Group

Program Coordinator

Logisticus Projects Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Job Title:

Program Coordinator – Transport

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

Reports to:

Director of Transport

Logisticus Group®, a certified Minority Business Enterprise, is committed to delivering excellence and innovation to the Renewable Energy Industry. Operating throughout North and South America since 2012, we specialize in Over-Dimensional Transportation Logistics, Warehousing, Civil Engineering, Project Management, and Technology Solutions.

Our custom services are designed to de-risk our client’s projects, while providing a ‘white glove’ standard of service, ensuring the highest possible standards in safety, quality, and innovation.

Job Description Job Summary The

Program Coordinator

plays a critical role in enabling the successful execution and continuous improvement of the Transport business segment. This position proactively supports the Director of Transport on companywide and segment-specific business improvement initiatives, while also providing structured project administration and coordination support to Transport Project Managers. Additionally, the position provides executive-level support in stakeholder engagement, board communications, and preparation of materials for key leadership meetings.

A critical component of the role is proactive resource planning for Field Operations. The role is responsible for ensuring all Transport-related projects are appropriately planned, staffed, scheduled, and supported by qualified Field Operatives. This includes proactive forecasting and coordination of field resources, coordinating training schedules in partnership with the Training Coordinator to ensure projects are staffed with qualified personnel, and tracking planned PTO and leave to maintain full project coverage and operational continuity.

When required, the Program Coordinator will provide support to the Transport Project Managers with project administration, workstream coordination, milestone tracking and reporting to maintain visibility and execution discipline.

This role requires strong project management discipline, cross-functional coordination, and forward-looking resource planning to ensure Transport projects are properly resourced, aligned, and executed in accordance with organizational priorities, supporting safe, efficient, and reliable delivery performance. 30-40% travel is required for this role.

Duties/Responsibilities Program & Project Coordination Support

Support the Director of Transport with assigned business improvement initiatives by maintaining trackers, schedules, documentation, and action items

Provide day-to-day project administration support to Transport Project Managers, including workstream coordination, milestone tracking, and status updates

Assist in maintaining visibility into project progress, risks, and dependencies through accurate reporting and data entry

Field Operations Resource Planning Ownership

Ownership of tracking and forecasting Field Operative staffing requirements across Transport projects

Support coordination of Field Operative training schedules in partnership with the Training Coordinator to help ensure projects are staffed with appropriately qualified personnel

Track and maintain visibility into Field Operative PTO, planned leave, and availability

Identify and elevate potential staffing, training, or coverage gaps to leadership

Support efforts to ensure all projects remain fully staffed and operationally covered

Scheduling & Reporting

Maintain and update schedules, trackers, dashboards, and reports used to manage transport projects and field resources

Assist in preparing materials for project reviews, leadership meetings, and executive updates

Support the preparation of data and content for stakeholder and leadership communications, as directed

Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of all reporting outputs

Education and Experience

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Project Management, Engineering or Construction preferred.

Internship or early-career experience in transport, logistics, construction, renewables, or industrial environments

Project coordination, operations support, program administration, or logistics support

Exposure to working on multiple projects simultaneously, supporting schedules, trackers, and deliverables

Experience working with cross-functional teams such as operations, field teams, scheduling, or project management

Familiarity with resource coordination concepts, such as staffing needs, training requirements, or coverage planning

Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities

Basic knowledge/understanding of financial acumen, including budgeting and cost control

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI)

Exposure to MS Project, Primavera or other project related tools

Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Understanding or experience in contract management and procurement processes

Understanding or experience in environmental and sustainability compliance

Solid understanding of project management principles

Job Specific Experience

1-3 years running small scale projects

1-3 years project planning & scheduling

1-3 years risk management, stakeholder management and general reporting

1 year budgeting and cost control

Certifications

Ability to maintain the required minimum certifications listed below:

OSHA 10 / 30

Confined Space

CPR/AED/First Aid

Rail Safety

Valid Driver’s License

TWIC Card

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk, bend, twist, push, pull, climb ladders, lift 50lbs or more.

Ability to work remotely.

Proficiency taking and uploading photos.

Ability to read and understand technical documentation.

Work in all types of weather conditions; outside for extended periods of time.

Ability to work in typical office environment.

Ability to work in typical warehouse environment.

EEO Statement Logisticus Projects Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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