Assistant Expeditor - Construction (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector seeks an Assistant Expeditor to support the expediting of deliverables for EPC projects. The role involves coordinating with suppliers, updating reports, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, along with strong communication and computer skills. This full-time position may require some travel.

Qualifications

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the receipt, review, approval and return of all deliverables required by the project.
• Update material status reports and notify of potential delays.
• Assist with scheduling deliveries at multiple sites.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor Degree in Business

Bachelor Degree in Construction Management

Job description

Description

The Assistant Expeditor supports the expediting of deliverables for Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects upon receipt of an approved purchase order through the closeout of the project.

• Assist in the receipt, review, approval and return of all deliverables required by the project.

• Assist in expediting supplier's production schedule and monitor schedules to ensure milestone are being met.

• Update material status reports and other reports required by the project team.

• Notify project team of potential fabrication or shipment delays.

• Ensure supplier provides timely transportation and lifting plans and communicate these plans to the jobsite.

• Assist with scheduling deliveries at multiple sites.

• Assist the site in identifying and reporting discrepancies to the supplier.

• Assist in obtaining final documentation to facilitate completion of payment milestones.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Business, Construction Management or a related field required.

• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office is required.

• Must be team oriented with the ability to work with limited supervision.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Procurement

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 251236

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