Job Title: Traveling Construction Coordinator
Job Description
The Construction Coordinator will assist with the administration of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, and field-based activities to execute Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) projects, construction management, and program management ventures. This position will work on a diverse array of projects across multiple industries including aviation, commercial building, electrical transmission & distribution, facility, manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, process, and water.
Responsibilities
Adhere to the company's safety programs and policies and assist others with compliance.
Assist the Project team in building client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project-related items.
Assist the Project Management team to execute prime contracts, downstream contracts, and change orders.
Assist with the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.
Assist with jobsite set-up activities, including mobilization and demobilization.
Assist with securing applicable project permits.
Coordinate potential bidders' supplier/subcontractor registration and pre-qualification efforts.
Assist the Project Management team to administer request for proposal (RFP) package development, bid and selection process, and develop detailed scope of work documents for downstream contracts.
Assist with contract administration including request for information (RFI's), submittals, change management, and claims mitigation for subcontractors and/or client contractors.
Support and assist with project controls efforts, including project cost reporting, scheduling, project work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout within the accounting system, and field progress tracking.
Assist with the development of internal and external reports including project budgeting, cost reports, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports to all stakeholders.
Participate in project, corporate, and risk review meetings as needed, present as needed, and record and distribute meeting minutes.
Conduct project safety, quality, progress, and financial audits and assessments as required.
Assist with the Prime Contract, subcontractor, and supplier invoicing process.
Establish and administer project documentation and filing systems.
Assist with the project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty administration, and project closeout.
Assist with applicable onboarding of craft/field supervision.
Analyze and report composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
Assist with staffing on projects.
Analyze and monitor labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits, and labor laws.
Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
Uphold craft competency and training standards.
Assist with estimating, forecasting, and managing craft install unit rates, earned value, schedule, change management, and cost metrics.
Coordinate construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Essential Skills
Experience in construction and project coordination.
Experience in heavy industrial scale projects, especially in power delivery and power generation.
Project management and PM measurements experience.
On-site project experience.
College degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Field/construction experience.
Willingness to travel full-time for field assignments.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is required, or applicable experience may be substituted.
Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access).
Knowledge of document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software is preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Must meet company's driving requirements.
Minimum of a 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
Involvement on campus or in the community is preferred.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where this position is located.
Work Environment
The position requires heavy travel, 90-100% of the time, with most projects concentrated in the northwest, including Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. The main base is Vancouver, WA, although there is flexibility for remote work. The work schedule includes two weeks of travel followed by a four-day weekend, with 30 work from home or remote days per year. The company offers a 9-80 schedule, allowing employees to start as early as 6:30 AM and finish by 3:30 PM. Benefits include a 100% employee-owned structure, lucrative bonus structure, company-matched 401k, medical and dental coverage, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Training and development programs, including tuition assistance and professional registration support, are available.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Vancouver, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $76000.00 - $120000.00/yr.
Employee Ownership (ESOP): Automatic enrollment, no cost to employees, profit-sharing through ownership. Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, wellness programs, and virtual care options. Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, defined benefit and contribution pension plans, profit sharing, stock bonus. Insurance Coverage: Life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, critical illness, and group accident insurance. Time Away: Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and flexible time-off policies. Family Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), legal services, dependent care support, transportation and parking reimbursement. Career Development: Professional development programs, training, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Vancouver,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 24, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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