Field Construction Coordinator – Highway Projects

Oregon Department of Transportation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays a year

Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking a Construction Coordinator in Portland, Oregon. As part of the Delivery & Operations Division, you will manage highway construction projects, ensuring safety and compliance through field coordination and contractor oversight.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in civil engineering and experience in project management. This role offers benefits such as paid leave, flexible schedules, and opportunities for public service loan forgiveness.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in engineering related to construction or surveying.
• Ability to interpret and analyze engineering plans and documents.
• Proven skill in written and verbal technical communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate construction activities to ensure safety and compliance.
• Monitor contractor performance and project documentation.
• Prepare and analyze project budgets and cost estimates.

Skills

Construction management

Mathematical analysis

Contract administration

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or transportation-related engineering

Associate degree in civil or transportation-related engineering with experience

Tools

Survey tools

Computers

Job description

The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking a Construction Coordinator in Portland, Oregon. As part of the Delivery & Operations Division, you will manage highway construction projects, ensuring safety and compliance through field coordination and contractor oversight.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in civil engineering and experience in project management. This role offers benefits such as paid leave, flexible schedules, and opportunities for public service loan forgiveness.