Electrical Construction Coordinator - Transmission & Distribution - Eastern Pennsylvania

ZipRecruiter; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

Electrical Construction Coordinator - Transmission & Distribution - Eastern Pennsylvania

Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital is seeking an Electrical Construction Coordinator who possesses Electrical Transmission or Distribution experience to join the Electric Services Construction Coordinator Program based in Eastern Pennsylvania. We are primarily seeking candidates who reside in the greater Philadelphia area, or eastern Pennsylvania at a minimum. The role will entail planning and coordinating construction activities for a designated project to ensure the goals and objectives of the project are accomplished within the project schedule and budget constraints by performing the duties listed below.

Each Coordinator is assigned to one specific project for an extended period of time. The assigned project area can be located anywhere within the client’s Electric Services territory. Projects are assigned to Coordinators based on geographical location, skill level, and experience.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide safety oversight to ensure compliance with all safety procedures at the site. Report safety compliance issues and safety incidents to client’s construction manager and Orbital supervisor. Work with construction supervision and on-site safety personnel to stop unsafe construction activities.
• Participate in construction activity planning, pre-construction drawing reviews, and overall constructability reviews. Inspect construction site and complete pre-construction checklist tasks. Ensure necessary permits (local, state, environmental, etc.) and site/job specific plans (environmental, safety, etc.) are in place, signed, and posted at the job site.
• Inspect work during construction to ensure that all safety and environmental policies are being followed and that the project is being constructed per the applicable specifications, drawings, and permits. Manage communication with construction crew(s), client project manager, and engineering to resolve all queries (Requests for Information or RFI’s) that may inhibit construction progress.
• Identify field-purchased material needs during construction and communicate those needs to the client Construction Manager in writing. Order materials and rental equipment as necessary and coordinate deliveries. Inventory materials and identify shortages as the project progresses to prevent delays in schedule.
• Prepare Daily Log Reports that indicate progression of project to outline deficiencies in schedule, track completed construction activities, highlight safety incidents, and monitor compliance of work with specifications/drawings.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties including maintaining redline construction drawing markups, completing weekly safety audits, communicating scope changes, confirming utility locates, and signing crew timesheets.
• Occasionally climb ladders and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Minimum Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 5 Years Relevant Construction / Maintenance Experience
• Ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Qualifications/Skills/Attributes

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Similar
• Experience in Commercial / Industrial T&D or Management
• Familiarity with construction prints/drawings.
• OSHA 10 hour and MEA specific training is beneficial
• Strong written and verbal communication capabilities.
• Competent in basic computer programs (Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe).
• Organized, self-motivated, and detail oriented.
• Able to work well in a group setting and manage simultaneous tasks.
• Willing to travel as needed. Travel and lodging costs are reimbursable.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle to frequent construction sites.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.