Are you a Project Coordinator who strives for accuracy and completeness in each task completed?

Are you a Project Coordinator that thrives in a collaborative, team based work environment?

Spec Engineering is seeking an impact player and difference maker to join our team as a Project Coordinator. This self-driven person should be able to manage several project tasks simultaneously and have the capability to react quickly in a fast-paced environment. The nature of this position is one where attention to details, procedures, and specific job assignments are required.

Spec Engineering is a privately held, fast growing, and stable full-service process engineering firm and turnkey system integrator. We provide the latest technology in processing systems for the Food & Beverage, General Manufacturing, and Chemical industries.

Our company purpose is to ‘improve lives through innovation, responsibility, and trust, one project at a time’ because we care about our colleagues, customers, and community. Spec’s main office is located in Plainfield, IL, with a second office location in Chicago. In 2021, our main office will move to a brand new 75,000 s.f. facility in Naperville, IL, complete with a fitness center.

Spec welcomes and values diversity, offering an inclusive work environment that rewards employees for their individuality and uniqueness. Our team members can expect the following:

• Open, Collaborative Office Space


• Regular Team Building Events


• Growth Opportunities


• Pet Fridays


• Philanthropic Opportunities


• Engineering Café

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Project Management, Project Engineering, Design, and Controls departments effectively.


• Maintain project records and files in the company ERP, Vault, and other company tracking systems.


• Manage record keeping for projects, including daily logs and review and input expenditures.


• Foster effective customer, subcontractor, and vendor relationships at multiple project phases.


• Gather technical information for engineering review.

Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Seeks feedback to improve performance. Shares expertise with others. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

Planning and Organization - Integrates changes smoothly. Plans for additional resources. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Sets goals and objectives. Uses time efficiently. Works in an organized manner.

Problem Solving - Develops alternative solutions. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Identifies problems in a timely manner. Resolves problems in early stages. Works well in group problem solving situations.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Contributes to building a positive team spirit and is a net positive addition to the Spec Engineering culture. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Puts the success of the Spec Engineering team above own interests.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associates or equivalent preferred.


• Microsoft Office Suite with strong experience in Excel and MS Project


• Ability to gather, validate, ad analyze information.

• Competitive Salary


• Medical, Dental and Vision


• 401k


• Generous Paid Time-Off


• Employee Stock Ownership Program


• Continued education support

If this sounds like you, we would like to talk with you about joining our team as a Project Coordinator!

Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.