Field Coordinator

WEC Energy Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoples Gas Light & Coke Co, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, seeks a Field Coordinator in Chicago, IL. The role spans from Associate to Senior Field Coordinator with increasing responsibilities in inspection, documentation, and safety on field projects.

Responsibilities include directing contractor work, maintaining records, and coordinating with customers and crews to ensure alignment with standards and schedules.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• High School Diploma, HSED or GED required.
• 1+ years: Word, Excel, PowerPoint to create documentation.
• 1+ years: Interpret construction design specifications (preferred).
• Experience with gas/utility systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and directs outside contractor work for gas mains/services.
• Prepares construction documents: daily reports, tickets, drawings.
• Ensures safety on site and in public areas.
• Performs basic surveying tasks and measurements.
• Communicates with shop personnel, contractors, and management.
• Coordinates locations of new gas facilities with customers and builders.

Education

High School Diploma, HSED, or GED

Bachelor’s Degree is Preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

Career Opportunities: Field Coordinator (7038)

Peoples Gas Light & Coke Co, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Field Coordinator in our Chicago, Illinois location.

The Field Coordinator position is part of the Field Coordinator Job Family comprised of (Associate Field Coordinator, Field Coordinator, Senior Field Coordinator). Where experience will be the determining factor.

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

Inspects and directs contractor work associated with main and service installations restorations or general maintenance. Maintains accurate records and drawings as required.

Job Responsibilities

• Using construction design specifications, inspects and directs outside underground contractor work of gas mains and services and or project restoration work to ensure that they are installed in accordance with all company and industry standards
• Prepares all documents of construction such as daily progress report, all work tickets and drawing of projects
• Responsible for all safety on the job site and in the public way while working and also at the close of the workday
• Performs physical work including walking distances, using tapelines, measuring wheels and basic survey equipment such as a construction level
• Communicates verbally and in writing to shop personnel, contractors and construction management to ensure operational success. Performs work functionally in Excel, Word, Microsoft Project and other "Expert Systems" used in the construction process
• Communicates and works with customers, builders / developers and contractors in determining the locations of new gas facilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License
• High School Diploma, HSED, or GED
• Associate Field Coordinator:
  • 1+ years: Standard computer applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) to create pertinent documentation and supply information to relevant parties
  • 1+ years: Staging projects, or assigning and completing tasks as part of a project team
  • 1+ years: Experience in interpreting and applying construction design specifications (preferred)
• Field Coordinator:
  • 1+ years: Standard computer applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) to create pertinent documentation and supply information to relevant parties
  • 1+ years: Staging projects, or assigning and completing tasks as part of a project team
  • 1+ years: Experience in interpreting and applying construction design specifications
• Senior Field Coordinator:
  • 1 year of utilization of Gas Operations Computer Systems
  • 1+ years: Staging projects, or assigning and completing tasks as part of a project team
  • 3 years of operating, maintaining or installing gas or utility systems
  • 3 years: Standard computer applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
  • 3 years: Experience in interpreting and applying construction design specifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree is Preferred
• Basic understanding of building construction drawings/building design
• Experience in construction or restoration

End Date:09/02/2026

Pay Range Minimum: $28.61

Pay Range Maximum: $56.76

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.