Construction Coordinator

Actalent; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Pittsburgh is seeking a Construction Coordinator to provide safety oversight, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and coordinate with construction supervision, on-site safety personnel, client project managers, and engineering teams on energy infrastructure projects.

The role involves reporting safety compliance issues, pre-construction reviews, and constructability assessments, with duties spanning site inspections, permit verification, and daily log reporting; a 5+ year

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Transmission, Distribution, or Substation Construction.
• Expertise in transmission & distribution and power delivery.
• Ability to travel 100% of the time.
• Strong skills in construction management, safety, and project coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with substation and field construction.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction sites and complete pre-construction checklist tasks.
• Ensure all necessary permits and site/job specific plans are in place, signed, and posted at the job site.
• During construction, inspect work to ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies, and adherence to specifications, drawings, and permits.
• Manage communication with construction crews, client project managers, and engineering teams to resolve queries that may impede construction progress.
• Identify field-purchased material needs and communicate these to the client Construction Manager.
• Order materials and rental equipment, coordinate deliveries, and inventory materials to identify shortages and prevent schedule delays.
• Prepare Daily Log Reports indicating project progression, schedule deficiencies, completed activities, safety incidents, and compliance with specifications.
• Perform 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.

Skills

Transmission Construction

Power Distribution

Travel 100%

Construction Management

Microsoft Office

Substation Construction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

Job description

Job Title: Construction Coordinator

Job Description

The Construction Coordinator will provide safety oversight to ensure compliance with all safety procedures at the site. This role involves reporting safety compliance issues and incidents, working with construction supervision and on-site safety personnel to halt unsafe activities, participating in construction planning, and conducting pre-construction drawing reviews and overall constructability reviews.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction sites and complete pre-construction checklist tasks.
• Ensure all necessary permits and site/job specific plans are in place, signed, and posted at the job site.
• During construction, inspect work to ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies, and adherence to specifications, drawings, and permits.
• Manage communication with construction crews, client project managers, and engineering teams to resolve queries that may impede construction progress.
• Identify field-purchased material needs and communicate these to the client Construction Manager.
• Order materials and rental equipment, coordinate deliveries, and inventory materials to identify shortages and prevent schedule delays.
• Prepare Daily Log Reports indicating project progression, schedule deficiencies, completed activities, safety incidents, and compliance with specifications.
• Perform 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.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in Transmission, Distribution, or Substation Construction
• Expertise in transmission & distribution and power delivery
• Ability to travel 100% of the time
• Strong skills in construction, construction management, electrical distribution, safety, and project coordination
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with substation and field construction

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelors Degree in Construction Management or similar preferred
• Experience in Commercial / Industrial T&D or Management preferred
• Background in structural, mechanical, or electrical construction/engineering preferred
• Familiarity with construction prints/drawings
• OSHA 10 hour and MEA specific training is beneficial
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Competency in basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe
• Organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Ability to work well in a group setting and manage multiple tasks
• Willingness to travel as needed with reimbursable travel and lodging costs
• Possession of a valid driver's license and personal vehicle for site visits
• Ability to pass a post-offer drug and alcohol test and comply with random testing

Work Environment

This role requires 100% travel and functions as an Owner's Representative for First Energy Construction Projects. You will be on-site within the First Energy footprint (Met-Ed) for most of the work. The position offers a work/life balance, opportunities for growth within the company, and competitive pay.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Pittsburgh, PA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburgh,PA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.