Lessen · 4 hours ago
Construction Special Projects Coordinator
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$55K/yr - $65K/yr
3+ years expLessen is a tech-enabled property service provider transforming real estate services. The Construction Special Projects Coordinator manages multi-step projects, coordinates vendors, and ensures client satisfaction through effective communication and project oversight.
Online PortalsProperty ManagementReal EstateRental Property
Responsibilities
Coordinate assigned both planned and unplanned capital construction, maintenance, disaster relief, and environmental health & safety projects by creating and managing scope, and monitoring vendor performance to ensure successful and timely completion
Maintain detailed knowledge of projects for corporate reporting, and both internal and client communication
Serve as primary communication to client stakeholders regarding projects telephonically, electronically, and in person to ensure the highest level of client satisfaction
Build and grow a regional project vendor base to provide project services
Partner with internal team members to onboard new vendors and monitor vendor scoring
Partner with operations teams to ensure strong communication and issue resolution
Prevent and/or resolve escalated vendor and client issues with proactive relationship management to ensure exceptional customer experiences
Ensure quality control of vendor relationships and processes; investigate complaints and guarantee highest levels of customer service
Understand client objectives, challenges and needs through clear communication with both the corporate team and regional clients
Foster a positive team environment
Ensure confidentiality of internal and external data
Perform ad-hoc projects and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
3 or more years business experience required
Project management experience required
Ability to dissect full projects into individual components so as to ensure prioritization and timely completion
Intermediate proficiencies in: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook preferred
Preferred
Experience in construction management, facilities management, maintenance management, or building engineering, maintenance trades, or related fields a plus
Vendor management experience preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability options
401K retirement savings plan
Paid vacation, federal and floating holidays
Maternity/Paternity Pay
Career advancement opportunities
All the tools you'll need to be successful
Company
Lessen
Lessen is an online platform for managing properties and maintenance services.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$735MKey Investors
Legacy KnightFifth WallNavitas Capital
2023-01-12Series Unknown· $500M
2023-01-12Debt Financing
2022-05-01Series B· $30M
Leadership Team
J
Jay McKee
Founder and CEO
Sean Miller
Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
Recent News
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2026-01-09
General catalyst
2026-01-08
Business Wire
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