Construction Coordinator

Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Deferred compensation plans

Educational Assistance

Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disabil​

Health Screenings

Paid Holidays

Leave benefits

Job summary

Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) is seeking a Construction Coordinator to provide project management support on major architectural and civil projects at Nashville International Airport. You will handle scope development, procurement, pre-construction, construction execution and close-out for building, airfield, landside, operations, and maintenance projects under the Manager, Construction.

The role requires overseeing design support, procurement, RFIs, field changes, and budget

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in construction, engineering, architecture or a related field.
• Less than 2 years' experience in construction, engineering, architectural, or a related field.
• Valid Driver License - Class D

Responsibilities

• Verifies and assists the Manager, Construction in maintaining day-to-day operations of major construction projects, including design support, contract procurement, schedule tracking, processing submittals and RFIs, field changes and directives, general correspondence, and pay applications.
• Coordinates with designers, contractors and stakeholders to ensure projects are completed within time and budget.
• Prepare and present regular updates and reports for the Manager, Construction regarding project status, challenges, and milestones.
• Maintains Capital Improvement project sheets, data collection, management, and tracking, and other related project coordination items.
• Facilitate effective communication between the owner, internal departments, contractors, architects, regulatory agencies and stakeholders.
• Assist in development of capital improvement projects, including feasibility, design and constructability reviews, and preparation of construction documents.
• Maintain accurate records of project progress, including meeting minutes, change orders, and design modifications.
• Schedules and conducts pre-construction and progress meetings in support of the Manager, Construction.

Skills

Construction practices

OSHA regulations

Contract regulations

Data entry

Data interpretation

Communication

Windows proficiency

Excel/Office

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree in construction/engineering/architecture or related field

Bachelor's degree in construction/engineering/architecture or related field

Job description

As infrastructure critical to the region’s growth and prosperity, Nashville International Airport ® (BNA®) is a vital asset for Middle Tennessee and serves as a gateway to Music City and beyond. The State of Tennessee’s 2025 Economic Impact Study reports that in 2024 alone, BNA generated $13.8 billion in total economic impact, supported 80,000 jobs and contributed to $2.1 billion in federal, state and local taxes. BNA receives no local tax dollars. For more information, visit flynashville.com . Follow us on Facebook: @NashvilleInternationalAirport , X: @Fly_Nashville and Instagram: @FlyNashville . Learn more about New Horizon, our $3 billion growth and expansion plan for the airport, at BNANewHorizon.com .

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Drug Free Workplace

Hiring Process

• Apply online
• Interview(s)
• Offer
• Ten (10) year background check, including criminal history check, motor vehicle check, pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test
• Onboarding

Benefits

• Deferred compensation plans
• Educational Assistance
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance
• Health Screenings
• Paid Holidays
• Annual/Bereavement/Military Leave

Accepting Applications until filled.

1st Shift: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday

Hourly Range:

$30.67 (Min.) - $41.73 (Mid.) - $52.79 (Max.)

• Final pay offer will be based on relevant skills and experience to the position.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Manager, Construction, the Construction Coordinator provides project management support on major architectural and civil projects and manages minor architectural and civil projects under the supervision of the Manager, Construction. Responsibilities include scope development, procurement, pre-construction, construction execution & administration, and close-out for building, airfield, landside, operations and maintenance, and other projects as required.

Essential Job Duties

• Verifies and assists the Manager, Construction in maintaining day-to-day operations of major construction projects, including, but not limited to, design support, contract procurement, schedule tracking, processing submittals and Request For Information (RFIs), field changes and directives, general correspondence, and pay applications.
• Coordinates with multiple personnel including designers, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure projects are completed using proper construction methods and within the stipulated time and allocated budget.
• Prepare and present regular updates and reports for the Manager, Construction regarding project status, challenges, and milestones.
• Maintains Capital Improvement project sheets, data collection, management, and tracking, and other related project coordination items
• Facilitate effective communication between the owner, internal departments, contractors, architects, regulatory agencies and other stakeholders.
• Assist in development of capital improvement projects, including feasibility, design and constructability reviews, and preparation of the construction documents.
• Maintain accurate records of project progress, including meeting minutes, change orders, and design modifications.
• Schedules and conducts pre-construction and progress meetings in support of the Manager, Construction.
• Assists with evaluation of change order requests, requests for information, and other field change issues.
• Assists with contract administration, tracking project expenses and ensuring adherence to budget constraints
• Assists the Manager, Construction and Quality Manager in addressing and verifying conformance to the projects quality control plan in accordance with quality assurance requirements.
• Monitors projects to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, codes and related laws and regulations.
• Provides recommendations and suggestions on construction related problems.
• Reviews and monitors projects for safety and security compliance including, but not limited to traffic control, environmental, confined space, airport security, and public safety.
• Provides risk management feedback on all assigned projects prior to and during construction.
• Manages project close-outs, ensuring final project deliverables (e.g. As-Builts & O&M Manuals) meet MNAA's standards.
• Performs project management duties as required.
• Follows all safety regulations.
• Supports MNAA's commitment to its culture and values, including Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence (RISE).
• Maintains regular and on-time attendance.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics

• Construction Practices: Knowledge of construction practices, specifications and plans, and site development.
• OSHA Regulations: Knowledge of state and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
• Contract Regulations: Skill in understanding and enforcing contractual agreements, rules, and regulations.
• Data Entry and Retrieval: Skill in quickly and accurately entering data into and retrieving data from computer applications.
• Data Processing: Skill in interpreting, defining, analyzing, and presenting data from various sources.
• Driving: Skill in operating a motor vehicle.
• Communication: Skill in communicating effectively at all levels of the organization and with stakeholders, both orally and in writing.
• Managing Workload: Skill in organizing and prioritizing work, handling multiple responsibilities, and meeting deadlines.
• Microsoft Windows: Skill in using the Microsoft Windows operating system.
• Microsoft Office: Skill in using Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Relationship Building: Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and professional working relationships with others.
• Reporting: Skill in preparing and producing timely and accurate oral and written reports.
• Written Comprehension: Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Written Expression: Ability to use words and sentences in writing so others will understand.
• Dependability: Acts reliably and responsibly with others.
• Learning: Displays a willingness to quickly acquire knowledge relevant to the job.
• Attention to Detail: Is careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate's degree in construction, engineering, architecture or a related field.
• Less than 2 years' experience in construction, engineering, architectural, or a related field.
• Valid Driver License - Class D

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, architecture or a related field.
• 2 - 4 years' experience in construction, engineering, architectural, or a related field