Electrical Coordinator

Black & Veatch; Harriman (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch Corporation is seeking an Electrical Coordinator in Harriman, TN to support CWPs/IWPs development, scheduling, and progress tracking on construction projects. The role demands collaboration with field engineers, superintendents, and craft personnel to ensure constructible solutions.

You will contribute to planning, material takeoffs, quantity verification, and documentation flow while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Some construction experience required.
• Onboarding prerequisites may include background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; 4-year degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of cost control, scheduling, engineering drawings and other documents.
• Ability to do material takeoffs, field estimates.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supports planning, developing, issuing, and progress tracking of all CWPs and IWPs for the scope of work; may be responsible for planning, developing, issuing and progress tracking of all CWPs and IWPs for basic projects.
• May participate and contribute in integrated planning sessions associated with IWPs.
• Supports production of discipline specific IWPs and may produce discipline specific IWPs for basic projects.
• May produce documentation to support "buy in" of superintendents and/or general foreman.
• May support verifying engineered quantities and coordinate Construction Contractor/craft commodity curves and Project Controls.
• Assist in research for problems or issues resolution related to design information, schedule, material deliveries, change management, safety, and quality.
• May assist the responsible Field Engineer in the interpretation of Requests for Information (RFI) and manage the documentation flow.
• Interfaces with the Discipline Field Engineer to provide constructible responses.
• Supports development of material takeoff / bill of material for CWPs and IWPs.
• May Compile IWP turnover information returned from the field.
• Supports Verifying commodities installed and work completion status weekly (at a minimum).
• Assists Discipline Superintendent in reviewing craft timesheets/charge codes.
• Maintains a daily log for site records.
• Supports commercial recovery process .Actively promote the safety culture.
• Interface with Superintendent, general foreman, foreman, craft personnel, and vendor representatives.

Skills

Cost control

Scheduling

Engineering drawings

Material takeoffs

Field estimates

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Safety regulations

Dealing with Ambiguity

Excel

Education

High School Diploma

4-year degree

Job description

Date: Sep 8, 2026

Location:

Harriman, TN, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee‑owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever‑evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 117023

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands‑on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee‑owned company, employees share in the long‑term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

Why Black & Veatch

Join the Black & Veatch Construction team and build with pride. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — you own your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with care, and safety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day.

From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to shape what comes next.

Job Summary

The Electrical Coordinator assists with the entire process of discipline specific CWPs (Construction Work Packages) and IWPs (Installation Work Packages) including development, implementation, and tracking of progress. May independently produce discipline specific CWP/IWPs for basic projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports planning, developing, issuing, and progress tracking of all CWPs and IWPs for the scope of work; may be responsible for planning, developing, issuing and progress tracking of all CWPs and IWPs for basic projects .
• May participate and contribute in integrated planning sessions associated with IWPs .
• Supports production of discipline specific IWPs and may produce discipline specific IWPs for basic projects .
• May produce documentation to support "buy in" of superintendents and/or general foreman .
• May support verifying engineered quantities and coordinate Construction Contractor/craft commodity curves and Project Controls .
• Assist in research for problems or issues resolution related to design information, schedule, material deliveries, change management, safety, and quality .
• May assist the responsible Field Engineer in the interpretation of Requests for Information (RFI) and manage the documentation flow .
• Interfaces with the Discipline Field Engineer to provide constructible responses .
• Supports development of material takeoff / bill of material for CWPs and IWPs .
• May Compile IWP turnover information returned from the field .
• Supports Verifying commodities installed and work completion status weekly (at a minimum) .
• Assists Discipline Superintendent in reviewing craft timesheets/charge codes .
• Maintains a daily log for site records .
• Supports commercial recovery process .Actively promote the safety culture .
• Interface with Superintendent, general foreman, foreman, craft personnel, and vendor representatives .

Minimum Qualifications

• Some construction experience required.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; 4 year degree preferred
• Preferred Skills:
  • . Working knowledge of cost control, scheduling, engineering drawings and other documents . Ability to do material takeoffs, field estimates . Communication skills . Organizational skills . Safety regulations . Dealing with Ambiguity . Moderate Excel Skills

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• May require work above 5 feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

Work Environment:

• Typical construction site environment:
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

Salary Plan

CNS: Construction Services

Job Grade

014

Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work‑life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company‑matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP‑owned company. As employee‑owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long‑term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

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