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Operations Coordinator

Confidential Client•Real Estate & Construction
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$55,000 - $65,000
Mount Laurel, New Jersey
A Day Ago

The Operations Coordinator at Confidential Client manages and coordinates all operational aspects related to the construction of single and multi-family homes, including securing permits, coordinating with consultants and internal departments, and maintaining construction schedules. This role ensures timely submission and approval of architectural plans and permits, supports cross-departmental collaboration, and maintains professional relationships with municipal staff to facilitate smooth construction processes.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Energy, Oil & Gas.

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Position summary

Confidential Client is seeking an experienced Operations Coordinator to support construction operations, permit and plan approval workflows, and cross-functional coordination for single- and multi-family housing projects in Mount Laurel, NJ. This role is hands-on, deadline-driven, and requires strong communication with internal teams, external consultants, and municipal officials.


What You’ll Do

  • Maintain end-to-end architectural plan approval and municipal permit processes for projects in the division
  • Coordinate timely plan submissions with consultants (architects, engineers, drafters) and follow up to resolve questions
  • Manage the division “start” process by coordinating Land Development, Permitting, Purchasing, Construction, Sales, and Operations
  • Track construction schedules and production using On‑Schedule and record permit/milestone data in JD Edwards (JDE)
  • Prepare and submit check requests and payments for permits, water/sewer taps, impact fees, and required bonds
  • Serve as the primary division contact for permit issues and municipal communications
  • Support Marketing and Sales with sign/model permits and coordinate with bonding companies and townships as needed
  • Provide administrative operational support and assist other departments as workload requires
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance and conduct all business professionally and ethically

Who You Are / Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • 2–4 years of related experience in construction operations, permitting, or municipal coordination
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for local travel
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with MS Office and professional email communication
  • Comfortable applying written and verbal instructions and using internal construction applications

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university preferred
  • Experience with JD Edwards (JDE) and On‑Schedule a plus
  • Bilingual skills are a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines

Compensation & Benefits

  • Annual salary range: $55,000 - $65,000 (depending on qualifications and experience)
  • Competitive bonus structure
  • Benefits package including:
    • Medical, Dental and Vision
    • 401(k)
    • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
    • Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Life & Disability Insurance
    • Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
    • Multiple voluntary and company-provided benefits

Location & Travel

  • Location: Mount Laurel, NJ (onsite / local travel to municipal offices and job sites as required)
  • Must have access to reliable transportation for municipal visits and field coordination

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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