Project Coordinator

Project Coordinator

Location: Columbus, OH

Pay: $19–$24/hr
Full-time, In-office

About Us

Planes Moving & Storage is a global company with local values. What began with a single truck in Cincinnati in 1921 has grown into a third-generation, family-owned business supporting customers through life’s biggest milestones. From helping someone move across town to solving complex supply chain challenges, we help people and companies move forward with confidence.

About the Role

The Project Coordinator supports a variety of project-related services, ensuring accurate execution, on‑time delivery, and exceptional customer satisfaction. In this role, you’ll learn department processes, work closely with your assigned team, and help drive successful outcomes for clients and suppliers.

We’re looking for someone who is organized, detail‑oriented, proactive, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day project coordination tasks.
• Ensure project deadlines are met, documented, and communicated.
• Prepare quotes for simple-scope projects using established plans and cost structures.
• Coordinate services and confirm pricing with suppliers.
• Review supplier invoices for accuracy against quoted and completed work.
• Update required fields in operating systems according to client standards.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with clients and demonstrate urgency in response times.
• Escalate potential issues or incidents to the supervisor promptly.
• Apply our TEAM values—Trust, Empowerment, Accountability, Mesh—in all internal and external interactions.
• Support teammates with tasks, tracking, and administrative project functions.
• Build productive relationships with colleagues, clients, contractors, and leadership.
• Remain receptive to feedback and committed to improving job-related skills.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties or projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Sound problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; active listening skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Customer‑service mindset with the ability to meet client needs quickly.
• Ability to work under time constraints and adapt to shifting priorities.

Preferred (not required)

• Experience in transportation or logistics.
• We’ve also seen excellent success with candidates from event planning, education, retail, and hospitality backgrounds.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay: $19–$24/hr
• Health, dental, and vision insurance; HSA option with company contribution
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off, sick time and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Accident and critical illness coverage
• Growth opportunities

Our Culture

At Planes, everything starts with culture. Our TEAM values—Trust, Empowerment, Accountability, and Mesh—are the foundation of how we interact with each other and our customers. These principles guide our decisions, drive our growth, and shape who we are as a company.