Field Construction Coordinator - 100% Travel

Burns & McDonnell; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Walnut Creek, CA, seeks a Field Construction Management professional to support EPC-project execution, safety, quality, and cost controls on diverse projects across aviation, building, power, and process sectors. You will assist with procurement, contract administration, and field setup, contributing to project success.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clients and internal teams, adherence to safety programs, and robust documentation and reporting across project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering or a related field required.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
• Knowledge of document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Must be able to meet company's driving requirements.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where this position is located.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administration of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, and field-based activities.
• Interface with the client for proposal and project related items.
• Assist the Project Management team execute prime contracts, downstream contracts, and change orders.
• Assist with the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.
• Assist with jobsite set-up activities, including mobilization and demobilization.
• Assist with securing applicable project permits.
• Coordinate potential bidders' supplier/subcontractor registration and pre-qualification efforts on behalf of the Project Management team.
• Assist the Project Management team to administer RFP package development, bid and selection process, and develop detailed scope of work documents for downstream contracts.
• Assist with contract administration including RFIs, submittals, change management, and claims mitigation for subcontractors and/or client contractors.
• Support and assist with project controls efforts, including cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structure, project setup and closeout in accounting system, and field progress tracking.
• Assist with development of internal and external reports including project budgeting, cost reports, cash flow forecast, and status reports to stakeholders.
• Attend and record meeting minutes for project, corporate, and risk review meetings.
• Conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments.
• Assist with Prime Contract, subcontractor, and supplier invoicing process.
• Establish and administer project documentation and filing systems.
• Assist with project turnover documentation, retention, warranty administration and closeout.
• Assist with onboarding of craft/field supervision.
• Analyze and report composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
• Assist with staffing on projects.
• Analyze and monitor labor burdens including classifications, benefits and labor laws.
• Maintain accurate craft classifications and progression records.
• Uphold craft competency and training standards.
• Assist with estimating, forecasting, and managing craft install unit rates.
• Assist with managing earned value, schedule, change management and cost metrics.
• Coordinate construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical problem solving

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Driving

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Experience substituted for degree permitted

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Project management software

Scheduling software

Document control systems

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Walnut Creek, CA, seeks a Field Construction Management professional to support EPC-project execution, safety, quality, and cost controls on diverse projects across aviation, building, power, and process sectors. You will assist with procurement, contract administration, and field setup, contributing to project success.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clients and internal teams, adherence to safety programs, and robust documentation and reporting across project