Construction Project Coordinator - Utility Infrastructure
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Job Description
This role supports utility construction projects by coordinating project documentation, schedules, and field activities to ensure safe, high-quality, and on-time delivery of transmission, substation, and grid modernization work. The position offers stable, long-term utility experience, local office-based work with minimal travel, and clear opportunities for career growth into project management and leadership roles.
Responsibilities
Monitor overall project status and proactively identify issues, risks, and scope changes that may impact cost, schedule, or customer relationships.
Document and clearly communicate project issues, risks, and scope changes to the Project Manager in a timely and organized manner.
Maintain complete and accurate project documentation, including drawing logs, as-built drawings, record drawings, and updated construction documents.
Provide technical and administrative support to construction teams, assisting with construction planning, coordination, and day-to-day project execution.
Update and maintain construction schedules, track project milestones, and monitor progress against established project goals.
Track productivity and performance metrics to help ensure projects remain on schedule and within scope.
Coordinate with on-site construction crews and subcontractors to support safe work practices, quality workmanship, and adherence to project schedules.
Help ensure proper housekeeping and organization at project sites through effective coordination and communication.
Assist with routine safety audits and inspections to support compliance with safety policies, storage requirements, and safe work practices.
Collaborate cross-functionally with project managers, assistant project managers, project coordinators, and other internal stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
Essential Skills
Experience in construction, environmental, field-based, or closely related roles.
Ability to proactively problem-solve and anticipate internal stakeholder needs.
Capability to read and interpret construction prints and drawings.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with project teams and stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, documentation, and schedules simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with office staff, field crews, and subcontractors.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and related applications.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Interest in developing a career in utility construction, project coordination, or project management.
Willingness to learn about high-voltage transmission, substations, protection and control, civil and foundation work, and energized utility work.
Motivation to grow into project management, leadership, or specialty roles within the utility construction and infrastructure space.
Why Apply?
Support long-term transmission, substation, and grid modernization projects backed by strong multi-year capital investment and a healthy regional backlog.
Join a nationally recognized utility contractor with more than 60 years of experience and a strong reputation for safety, quality, and execution.
Gain hands-on, highly marketable utility construction experience, including exposure to high-voltage transmission, substations, protection & control, civil/foundation work, and energized utility environments.
Work in a primarily office-based role in Fort Wayne, IN, with minimal travel compared to typical construction positions.
Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Engineering teams to gain exposure across the full project lifecycle.
Benefit from clear advancement pathways into Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, and leadership or specialty roles.
Contribute to purpose-driven work that improves grid reliability, supports storm restoration, and delivers critical infrastructure that directly serves local communities.
Work Environment
This role is primarily office-based, working out of a Fort Wayne, IN office in a professional project management setting. The position follows a Monday-Friday schedule, with a standard 40-hour workweek. You will collaborate closely with project managers, assistant project managers, project coordinators, and other cross-functional team members. While most work occurs in the office, you can expect occasional site visits a few times per month to observe field activities, interact with on-site crews, and support project coordination. The work centers on long-term utility construction programs, including transmission, substation, and grid modernization projects, providing exposure to high-voltage and critical infrastructure environments while maintaining a largely stable, local schedule.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Wayne,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
