Construction Coordinator

Peoples Gas System; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Peoples Gas System in Florida seeks a Construction Coordinator to support residential and commercial natural gas construction projects. You will coordinate new gas service installations, meter relocations, and other construction activities while serving as a key link between customers, builders, contractors, inspectors, and internal teams.

The role blends field work with documentation and system data, ensuring safe, accurate project delivery with a strong focus on customer experience and

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating utility construction projects.
• Experience with gas service installations is preferred.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with clean record.
• CDL may be required for certain positions or assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and review residential and commercial natural gas service installations.
• Work with builders, contractors, customers, and internal teams.
• Participate in regular contractor meetings and monitor field conditions.
• Develop isometric drawings and piping estimates for relocation planning.
• Maintain accurate construction records and upload data into GIS/WAM.

Connaissances

Field coordination

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Project coordination

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Title: Construction Coordinator

Company: Peoples Gas System

State and City: Florida - Ft. Lauderdale

Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

Help Bring Natural Gas Construction Projects to Life

Do you have utility construction experience and enjoy coordinating projects, solving field challenges, and working directly with customers and contractors?

Peoples Gas is looking for a Construction Coordinator to support residential and commercial natural gas construction projects. In this role, you’ll help coordinate new gas service installations, subdivision gas main projects, meter relocations, and other construction activities while serving as an important connection between customers, builders, contractors, plumbers, developers, inspectors, and internal teams.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who combines natural gas or utility construction knowledge, project coordination, customer service, technical problem-solving, and field experience. You’ll spend time both in the field and working with construction documentation and systems to help ensure projects are completed safely, accurately, and with a strong customer experience.

What You’ll Do

Coordinate Residential & Commercial Gas Construction

You’ll help move projects from planning through installation by:

• Coordinating and reviewing residential and commercial natural gas service installations.
• Working with builders, contractors, dealers, customers, and internal teams.
• Participating in regular contractor meetings.
• Monitoring field conditions and identifying potential installation challenges.
• Helping keep construction activities aligned with project requirements.

Partner With Contractors & Developers

You’ll be a technical resource for the people performing and coordinating construction work.

• Educate contractors on gas piping installation requirements, applicable rules, and established standards.
• Meet with developers in the field to coordinate gas main installations for new subdivisions.
• Monitor contractor activities and help address construction concerns.
• Provide guidance and coordination when field conditions require adjustments.

Solve Field & Customer Challenges

Not every installation goes exactly as planned. You’ll help find practical solutions when challenges arise.

• Meet with residential customers regarding complex meter relocations.
• Work with contractors, plumbers, and builders to resolve unexpected installation obstacles.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for customers and construction partners.
• Research and resolve customer concerns while keeping the customer experience in focus.

Support Technical Planning

You’ll apply your construction knowledge to help plan safe and effective gas service installations.

• Develop isometric drawings.
• Prepare piping estimates for residential and commercial meter‑relocation planning.
• Provide technical assistance related to new gas service opportunities.
• Apply knowledge of gas piping, meter sizing, and Excess Flow Valves (EFVs) when coordinating work.

Maintain Accurate Construction Records

You’ll also help ensure field and construction information remains complete and accurate.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating Service Entry Sheets (SESs).
• Uploading as‑built documentation into the Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Updating WAM as needed.
• Reviewing CartoPac work assignments for completeness and accuracy.
• Releasing completed data in accordance with established processes.

Who You’ll Work With

This is a highly collaborative and customer‑facing position.

You’ll interact with: Customers, Builders and developers, Contractors, Plumbers, Municipal inspectors,Dealers, Other utilities, Government agencies, Vendors, Internal division and construction teams, Members of the public. You may also provide direction to contractors performing work on the Peoples Gas distribution system.

What Success Looks Like

• Put safety first while coordinating construction activities.
• Understand how natural gas or comparable utility construction works in the field.
• Identify construction challenges early and help develop practical solutions.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Build productive relationships with customers, contractors, builders, and internal partners.
• Read construction documents and translate them into field requirements.
• Keep construction and system records accurate and up to date.
• Balance customer needs, construction requirements, safety, and regulatory expectations.
• Take ownership of issues and follow them through to resolution.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

5 years of natural gas utility or similar utility construction experience that consists of coordinating construction projects and /or construction coordination services. Experience must consist of complex work assignments such as project management and/or construction coordination services.

License/Certifications

Valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record. A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) may be required for certain positions or assignments.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of construction services, distribution and/or transmission gas systems regarding pipe design, standards, and requirements for gas services. Meter, sizing and EFV (Excess Flow Valve) knowledge. Knowledge of mapping systems. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maps, and construction as‑built documents. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to direct or lead projects.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred: Knowledge of all applicable gas codes and safety regulations.

How We Work

Our competencies describe the behaviors we value and how we work together every day.

• Puts Safety First – Protect people and the environment every day
• Be Curious & Adapt – Welcome change and keep learning
• Create Value for Customers – Build relationships and deliver quality work
• Be Accountable & Respectful – Do what’s right and follow through
• Foster Strong Teams – Build trust through teamwork and help people grow

Working Conditions

Must be able to respond to gas emergencies and/or business needs within divisional guidelines and work outdoors for extended periods of time. Ability to work after hours and weekends to attend industry/trade shows and/or handle gas emergencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

* Must be able to independently drive a motor vehicle for approximately four (4) hours in an eight (8) hour shift.

* Must be able to independently enter and/or exit a motor vehicle approximately 25 times in an eight (8) hour shift.

* Must be able to bend, stoop, and/or crouch approximately thirty (30) times in an eight (8) hour shift.

* Must be able to walk approximately two (2) miles in an eight (8) hour shift.

* Must be able to stand at least four (4) hours in an eight (8) hour shift.

* Must be able to endure 90+ degree heat for five (5) hours in a day during summer months.

* Must be able to concentrate on details for an entire eight (8) hour shift.

* Must be able to smell gas odorant in normal concentrations.

INCIDENT RESPONSE ASSIGNMENT

Our community relies on Peoples Gas to respond swiftly and effectively to all types of incidents, including but not limited to major storm events (e.g., extreme cold, tropical storms, hurricanes), gas leaks, equipment failures, environmental hazards, and other emergencies that may impact public safety or service continuity.

Peoples Gas depends on each team member to fulfill their primary and/or alternate roles and responsibilities during such incidents. As a Team Member of Peoples Gas, you will be assigned anIncident Response Assignment, receivetrainingrelated to your role, and may participate inmock drills or exercisessimulating various emergency scenarios.

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